Friendsgiving Rainbow Roasted Vegetables (Printable Version)

Colorful roasted vegetables tossed with fresh herbs, delivering a vibrant and flavorful side.

# The Ingredients You'll Need:

→ Root Vegetables

01 - 2 cups carrots, peeled and sliced
02 - 2 cups sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed

→ Cruciferous & Allium

03 - 2 cups broccoli florets
04 - 1 red onion, cut into wedges

→ Squash & Peppers

05 - 2 cups butternut squash, peeled and cubed
06 - 2 bell peppers (red and yellow), seeded and chopped

→ Seasonings

07 - 3 tablespoons olive oil
08 - 1½ teaspoons sea salt
09 - ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
10 - 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
11 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika

→ To Finish

12 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
13 - 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar (optional)

# Step-by-Step Instructions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F and line two large baking sheets with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, combine carrots, sweet potatoes, broccoli, red onion, butternut squash, and bell peppers.
03 - Drizzle the vegetables with olive oil; sprinkle with sea salt, black pepper, thyme, and smoked paprika, then toss until evenly coated.
04 - Spread the vegetables in a single layer on the prepared baking sheets, ensuring they are spaced to allow even roasting.
05 - Roast for 30 to 35 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until the vegetables are golden and tender.
06 - Remove from the oven, drizzle with balsamic vinegar if desired, and sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley.
07 - Serve immediately or keep warm until ready to serve.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Rainbow of colors brings visual appeal to your holiday table
  • Simple preparation and flexible with seasonal vegetables
02 -
  • This dish is naturally vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free.
  • Roasting in a single layer ensures vegetables caramelize and stay crisp, not soggy.
03 -
  • Cut vegetables into uniform sizes so they roast evenly.
  • Add a sprinkle of feta or toasted nuts right before serving for extra texture and flavor.
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