Roasted Root Vegetable Medley (Print Version)
Golden tender root vegetables roasted with aromatic herbs for a hearty and comforting meal addition.
# Recipe Ingredients:
→ Root Vegetables
01 - 2 medium carrots, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks
02 - 2 medium parsnips, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks
03 - 1 medium sweet potato, peeled and cubed
04 - 1 medium red onion, peeled and cut into wedges
05 - 2 medium beets, peeled and cubed
06 - 2 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, scrubbed and cubed
→ Seasonings & Oil
07 - 3 tablespoons olive oil
08 - 1 ½ teaspoons dried thyme
09 - 1 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
10 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
11 - 1 teaspoon sea salt
12 - ½ teaspoon black pepper
→ Optional Additions
13 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, for garnish
14 - 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar, optional for extra flavor
# Directions:
01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, place all the prepared root vegetables.
03 - Drizzle olive oil over the vegetables and sprinkle with dried thyme, rosemary, oregano, sea salt, and black pepper. Toss thoroughly to coat evenly.
04 - Spread the seasoned vegetables in a single layer on the lined baking sheet.
05 - Roast for 35 to 40 minutes, stirring halfway through, until vegetables are golden and tender.
06 - If desired, drizzle balsamic vinegar over the roasted vegetables and toss gently to combine.
07 - Transfer the vegetables to a serving platter and garnish with chopped fresh parsley.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Your kitchen will smell like a cozy farmhouse dinner without any fuss or complicated technique.
- Every vegetable caramelizes differently, creating this beautiful mix of textures and natural sweetness that surprises people.
- It's genuinely better the next day cold, so leftovers feel like a gift to your future self.
02 -
- Don't crowd the pan or you'll steam instead of roast; use two sheets if needed because space is what creates those caramelized edges.
- The beets will tint everything slightly pink, which is totally normal and honestly adds to the visual charm.
03 -
- Cut your vegetables as evenly as possible so they finish at the same time, not a few done and others still firm.
- Don't be shy with the olive oil; it's what creates those caramelized edges and carries all the herb flavor.