Roasted Root Vegetable Medley (Printable)

Oven-roasted medley of carrots, parsnips, beets, and sweet potatoes with a balsamic glaze finish.

# Ingredient List:

→ Root Vegetables

01 - 2 medium carrots, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
02 - 2 medium parsnips, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
03 - 1 medium sweet potato, peeled and cubed
04 - 1 small red onion, cut into wedges
05 - 2 medium golden beets, peeled and cubed

→ Olive Oil & Seasonings

06 - 3 tablespoons olive oil
07 - 1 teaspoon sea salt
08 - 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
09 - 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
10 - 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary

→ Balsamic Glaze

11 - 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
12 - 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup

→ Garnish (optional)

13 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

# How to Make:

01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, combine all root vegetables with olive oil, sea salt, black pepper, dried thyme, and dried rosemary. Toss until evenly coated.
03 - Spread the vegetable mixture evenly in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
04 - Roast the vegetables for 30 to 35 minutes, stirring halfway through, until tender and golden brown.
05 - While vegetables roast, combine balsamic vinegar and honey (or maple syrup) in a small saucepan. Simmer over medium heat until reduced by half and syrupy, approximately 5 to 7 minutes. Remove from heat.
06 - Transfer roasted vegetables to a serving platter. Drizzle with the balsamic glaze and garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Serve warm.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Easy to prepare with simple pantry ingredients and fresh root vegetables.
  • Perfectly balances natural sweetness and savory herbs with a tangy balsamic glaze.
  • Versatile as a side dish or a wholesome vegetarian main for any season.
  • Gluten-free and suitable for vegetarian diets, catering to diverse dietary needs.
02 -
  • To enhance flavor and texture, roast vegetables in a single layer with space in between to allow air circulation.
  • Simmer the balsamic glaze gently to avoid burning and achieve the perfect syrupy consistency.
  • Use fresh herbs if you have them on hand for a brighter, more aromatic flavor.
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