Roasted Root Veggies

Roasted Root Veggies

Did you know that roasted root veggies are nature’s “candy?” Their natural sugars slowly caramelize in the oven until just crispy on the outside yet soft on the inside- making them soooooooo incredibly sweet! Golden and red beets, parsnips, turnips, sweet potatoes, are pictured, however, don’t be afraid to explore other root veggies such as, carrots, rutabagas, celery root and sunchokes.
Author: Linda Shapiro, © Meal Planning Maven

Ingredients

  • 2 medium sweet potatoes peeled and cut into chunks
  • 1 pound parsnips peeled and cut into chunks
  • 1 small bunch golden beets scrubbed, trimmed, cut into chunks
  • 1 small bunch red beets scrubbed, trimmed, cut into chunks
  • 3 medium turnips scrubbed, trimmed, cut into chunks
  • Olive oil spray
  • 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Kosher salt ad freshly ground pepper as desired

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Lightly coat 2 baking sheets with olive oil spray.
  • Place prepared vegetables on baking sheets; toss with olive oil. Sprinkle with salt and pepper as desired.
  • Roast for about 25 minutes or until vegetables are tender and caramelized. Turn occasionally with a spatula to prevent sticking.

Notes

Make Ahead and Storage Tips: although best served immediately, these veggies may also be prepared up to 2 days ahead. Reheat at 325 degrees F for about 10 minutes or until hot. May also be served at room temperature.
Roasting vegetables (especially root veggies) is so easy to do and is a great way to get the most stubborn non veggie eaters in your house “on board.” Check out my Potpourri of Roasted Veggies for bunches of delicious suggestions.

 

5 Responses

  1. Courtney
    I love roasted root vegetables! Great recipe!<br /><br />Thanks Courtney! I roast all kinds of root veggies...can't get enough of them! Thanks for stopping by!
  2. Katerina
    I love, love roasted veggies Linda! Healthy and so delicious!<br /><br />Thank you Katerina! We just can't get enough of roasted veggies here! ~Linda
  3. Dan from Platter Tal
    What a great medley of fall goodness, full of warmth, color, and comfort! Nice job with this dish, Linda!<br /><br />Thanks bunches for your kind words Dan! your opinion means so much to me! ~Linda
  4. Patty Anderson
    I have yet to try beets - you are convincing me it might be time to try!<br /><br />I will turn you into a beet lover yet Patty...just you wait and see! ~Linda
  5. Culinary Ginger
    My favorite thing to do in the autumn and winter is roast vegetables, love this.<br /><br />I so agree Janette! Thanks so much for stopping by! ~Linda