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Roasted Root Vegetables
Ingredients
Nonstick cooking spray or vegetable oil
2 beets, peeled (optional) and cut into 1/2 inch slices
6 carrots, peeled (optional) and cut into 1/2 inch slices
2 sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2 inch slices
1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped, or 1 teaspoon dried
1 tablespoon fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped, or 1 teaspoon dried
½ teaspoon salt (feel free to use less)
1½ tablespoons vegetable oil
Serving
Makes 6 servings. 1 cup per serving.
Time
45 minutes
Directions
  1. Preheat oven to 450°F. Line 2 baking sheets with aluminum foil and lightly spray with nonstick cooking spray or rub with vegetable oil. Set aside.
     
  2. Mix vegetables, oil, herbs and salt in a bowl.
     
  3. Spread vegetables in a single layer on prepared baking sheets. Bake until vegetables are tender and golden, turning occasionally with tongs, 20 to 25 minutes.
     
  4. Transfer vegetables to a dish and serve.

    Variations

    Add other root vegetables such as parsnips or rutabagas.