Roasted Beets and Carrots from Cooks Illustrated
Elevate your next side dish with this stunning recipe for Roasted Beets and Carrots from Cooks Illustrated. This vibrant, nutrient-packed medley combines earthy roasted beets, naturally sweet carrots, and a touch of fresh thyme for aromatic depth. Coated in olive oil, seasoned with kosher salt and black pepper, and finished with a drizzle of balsamic vinegar, these perfectly caramelized vegetables offer a delightful blend of savory, sweet, and tangy flavors. Easy to prepare with just 15 minutes of prep time and roasted to perfection in under an hour, this dish is ideal for weeknight dinners or holiday feasts. Serve warm for a hearty, flavorful side that pairs beautifully with roasted meats, grains, or plant-based mains. Perfect for those seeking healthy, vegetable-forward recipes that don’t sacrifice on taste!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium beets
- 5 medium carrots
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1.5 teaspoons kosher salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Peel the beets and carrots, then cut them into even-sized pieces, roughly 1-inch chunks, for uniform roasting.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the beets, carrots, olive oil, kosher salt, black pepper, and fresh thyme. Toss until the vegetables are evenly coated.
Spread the vegetables in a single layer on a large, rimmed baking sheet. Make sure they are not overcrowded to allow for proper caramelization.
Roast in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized at the edges.
Drizzle the balsamic vinegar over the roasted vegetables and toss gently to coat. Return the baking sheet to the oven and roast for an additional 5 minutes.
Remove from the oven and transfer the roasted beets and carrots to a serving platter. Serve warm as a side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
679 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.4 g | 56% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.7 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1781 mg | 77% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 68.0 g | 25% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.2 g | 69% | |
| Total Sugars | 41.1 g | ||
| Protein | 8.8 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 183 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 4.6 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 2221 mg | 47% | |
*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.
