Roasted Vegetables
These Roasted Vegetables are designed to be simple, adaptable, and deeply satisfying. By roasting at high heat, the vegetables develop caramelized edges and tender centers, allowing their natural sweetness and character to come forward without the need for complicated techniques or finishing steps. A straightforward seasoning blend added before roasting ensures the flavors are well integrated and evenly distributed.
This recipe serves as a reliable foundation rather than a rigid formula. The vegetable mix can shift with the seasons or what you have on hand, while the seasoning options offer subtle variations without overwhelming the dish. Whether you lean toward warm spices, aromatic herbs, or smoky notes, each version keeps the vegetables at the center of the plate.
Roasted vegetables like these fit effortlessly into everyday cooking. They work equally well as a simple side, a base for grain bowls, or part of a larger spread with dips, sauces, or proteins. Easy to prepare and flexible by design, this is the kind of recipe you’ll return to again and again for both weeknight meals and casual gatherings.
Roasted Vegetables
Ingredients
- 8 cups assorted vegetables: cauliflower, broccoli, beets, carrots, red onion, winter squash, sweet pepper, mushrooms, potatoes
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- salt and pepper to taste
- seasoning option 1: 1/2 tsp each coriander, cumin, and garlic powder
- seasoning option 2: 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- seasoning option 3: 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar, 1/2 tsp dried thyme or rosemary
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Toss vegetables in a large bowl with olive oil, salt, pepper, and the selected seasoning.
- Spread in a single layer on the baking sheet.
- Roast for 30–40 minutes, turning once halfway, until tender and caramelized at the edges.
- Serve hot or warm.
Notes
- Cut vegetables into similar sizes for even roasting.
- If using very watery vegetables (like zucchini or mushrooms), space them generously to encourage browning.
- This recipe works as a flexible base for bowls, sides, or shared platters.