Vegan Perfectly Roasted Root Vegetables

Discover the ultimate side dish or plant-based main course with this recipe for Vegan Perfectly Roasted Root Vegetables. Featuring a medley of carrots, parsnips, red potatoes, sweet potato, and red onion, these hearty vegetables are tossed in olive oil and seasoned with garlic powder, dried thyme, and rosemary for an aromatic, savory flavor. Roasted to golden, caramelized perfection in just 40 minutes, this dish is as easy to prepare as it is satisfying. A sprinkle of fresh parsley adds a vibrant finish, making it visually stunning and irresistibly delicious. Perfect for weeknight dinners, holiday spreads, or meal prep, these roasted vegetables are a gluten-free, vegan-friendly crowd-pleaser that’s packed with wholesome goodness.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 large Carrots
• 2 large Parsnips
• 3 medium Red Potatoes
• 1 large Sweet Potato
• 1 medium Red Onion
• 3 tablespoons Olive Oil
• 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
• 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme
• 1 teaspoon Dried Rosemary
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).

Step 2

Peel and cut the carrots and parsnips into approximately 1-inch pieces.

Step 3

Quarter the potatoes and sweet potato into similar-sized pieces.

Step 4

Cut the red onion into wedges and separate the layers.

Step 5

In a large mixing bowl, combine the carrots, parsnips, potatoes, sweet potato, and red onion.

Step 6

Drizzle the olive oil over the vegetables and toss to coat them evenly.

Step 7

Sprinkle the garlic powder, dried thyme, dried rosemary, salt, and black pepper over the vegetables. Toss again to ensure even coating.

Step 8

Spread the coated vegetables evenly on a baking sheet, ensuring they are in a single layer for optimal roasting.

Step 9

Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast for 20 minutes.

Step 10

After 20 minutes, gently flip the vegetables using a spatula to ensure even roasting.

Step 11

Return the baking sheet to the oven and continue roasting for an additional 20 minutes or until the vegetables are tender and golden brown.

Step 12

Remove the vegetables from the oven and transfer them to a serving dish.

Step 13

Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Step 14

Serve warm as a side dish or a delicious standalone vegan meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1294.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1332.4

Total Fat 58.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 10.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.5g
Cholesterol 10.6mg	0%
Sodium 3178.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 194.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 31.3g	0%
Total Sugars 41.1g
Protein 20.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 319.4mg	0%
Iron 9.2mg	0%
Potassium 4260.7mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 38.0%

Protein: 5.8%

Carbs: 56.2%