Mediterranean Diet Perfectly Roasted Root Vegetables
Discover the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean with this delightful recipe for Perfectly Roasted Root Vegetables! Featuring a colorful mix of carrots, parsnips, sweet potatoes, and red onion, these oven-roasted vegetables are generously infused with olive oil, lemon juice, and fresh aromatic herbs like thyme and rosemary. This recipe captures the essence of Mediterranean cuisine, offering a healthy, plant-based dish that’s naturally gluten-free and packed with nutrients. With a prep time of just 15 minutes and golden roasted perfection in under an hour, it’s the ideal side dish for any meal or a satisfying vegetarian centerpiece. Serve warm and enjoy the subtly caramelized sweetness and fragrant seasoning that make these roasted root vegetables unforgettable. Perfect for Mediterranean diet enthusiasts and anyone seeking wholesome, flavorful eating!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 medium Carrots
- 3 medium Parsnips
- 2 medium Sweet Potatoes
- 1 large Red Onion
- 3 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice
- 3 minced Garlic Cloves
- 1 tablespoon Fresh Thyme
- 1 tablespoon Fresh Rosemary
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
Peel the carrots, parsnips, and sweet potatoes. Cut them into uniform pieces, about 1 inch in size, to ensure even roasting.
Peel and chop the red onion into similar-sized chunks.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, and minced garlic. Whisk to blend well.
Add the chopped vegetables to the bowl and toss them in the olive oil mixture until they are evenly coated.
Spread the coated vegetables in a single layer on a baking sheet. Make sure they have some space between them for even roasting.
Sprinkle the fresh thyme and rosemary over the vegetables.
Season the vegetables with the salt and black pepper.
Roast in the preheated oven for about 40-45 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the vegetables are golden brown and tender.
Remove from the oven and transfer to a serving platter. Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1068 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 52.1 g | 67% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.0 g | 45% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 7 mg | 2% | |
| Sodium | 3082 mg | 134% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 145.7 g | 53% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 28.4 g | 101% | |
| Total Sugars | 43.2 g | ||
| Protein | 12.5 g | 25% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 326 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 5.5 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 2104 mg | 45% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
