Embark on a culinary journey with our medley of root vegetables, cipoline onions, and herbs, a symphony of flavors that will delight your taste buds. This vibrant dish features a colorful array of roasted root vegetables, including carrots, parsnips, turnips, and beets, caramelized to perfection and bursting with natural sweetness. Cipoline onions add a touch of elegance and a mild oniony flavor, while fresh herbs like thyme, rosemary, and parsley infuse the dish with an aromatic essence. Whether you're looking for a hearty side dish or a vegetarian main course, this medley of root vegetables is sure to impress. And with our step-by-step guide, you'll be able to recreate this delicious dish in the comfort of your own kitchen.
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ROASTED ROOT VEGETABLE MEDLEY
Serve Food Network's Roasted Root Vegetable Medley recipe, which includes carrots, beets, parsnips, turnips and potatoes, alongside a meaty main.
Provided by Food Network
Categories side-dish
Time 1h15m
Yield 10 to 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
- Put all the vegetables and the herb sprigs in a large baking dish. Season well with salt and black pepper, drizzle generously with olive oil, and toss them with your hands to coat them evenly.
- Put the baking dish in the preheated oven and cook, stirring the vegetables occasionally, until they are tender and golden brown, about 45 minutes. Serve the vegetables from their baking dish or transfer them to a platter to accompany a roasted main course.
ROASTED ROOT MEDLEY
Provided by Melissa d'Arabian : Food Network
Categories side-dish
Time 55m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil.
- Place the beets on a quarter of the baking sheet. Place the carrots, parsnips, sweet potatoes and onions on the other side of the beets (to keep the beets from staining the other vegetables). Drizzle the vegetables with 1 tablespoon oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Gently toss the vegetables to coat and roast until tender, about 35 minutes, turning midway through roasting. Remove from the oven and set aside to cool for 5 minutes.
- Meanwhile make a quick vinaigrette in a small bowl by whisking the remaining olive oil into the orange juice and zest. Add the herbs and season.
- Place the vegetables in serving dish, drizzle with the vinaigrette and gently stir to coat.
MEDLEY OF ROOT VEGETABLES WITH CIPOLINE ONIONS AND HERBS
Categories Onion Roast Christmas Thanksgiving Wheat/Gluten-Free Rosemary Beet Carrot Parsnip Turnip Fall Thyme Rutabaga Christmas Eve Bon Appétit
Yield Makes 8 to 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425°F. Spray large rimmed baking sheet with nonstick spray. Mix thyme and next 3 ingredients in large bowl. Transfer half of herb mixture to small bowl; set aside. Add oil to herb mixture in large bowl. Transfer 1 1/2 tablespoons herb-oil mixture to medium bowl; add beets and toss to coat. Add remaining vegetables to herb-oil mixture in large bowl; toss to coat. Transfer vegetables and beets to prepared baking sheet, placing beets in 1 corner to avoid coloring other vegetables. Sprinkle vegetables with salt and pepper. Roast until brown and tender, stirring once, about 40 minutes.
- Mix broth and balsamic vinegar into reserved herb mixture in small bowl. Pour over roasted vegetables. Roast until liquid evaporates and vegetables are slightly glazed, about 5 minutes. Serve hot or at room temperature.
- *Available at specialty foods stores and some supermarkets.
ROOT-VEGETABLE MEDLEY
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Bake yams until soft, about 45 minutes; set aside to cool. Meanwhile, steam carrots and parsnips until tender, about 5 minutes, and set aside.
- Peel yams and pass them through a ricer or food mill to make a fine puree. Add 1/2 tablespoon butter and the maple syrup, season with salt and pepper and set aside. Pass carrots through a ricer or food mill into a large bowl and add 1/2 tablespoon butter, the cumin, salt and pepper, and set aside. Pass parsnips through a ricer or food mill and add the remaining 1/2 tablespoon butter, the Marsala, salt and pepper; set aside.
- Arrange the pureed vegetables in alternating strips in a glass baking dish. Bake in oven until hot, 30 to 45 minutes. Decorate border with parsley and serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 117, UnsaturatedFat 1 gram, Carbohydrate 25 grams, Fat 2 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 295 milligrams, Sugar 8 grams, TransFat 0 grams
Tips
- Choose the right root vegetables: Different root vegetables have different flavors and textures, so it's important to choose the ones that you like the best. Some popular root vegetables include carrots, potatoes, parsnips, turnips, and beets.
- Roast the vegetables at a high temperature: This will help to caramelize the vegetables and bring out their natural sweetness.
- Add some herbs and spices: This will help to flavor the vegetables and make them more interesting. Some good options include rosemary, thyme, sage, garlic, and pepper.
- Don't overcrowd the pan: If you overcrowd the pan, the vegetables will not cook evenly. Make sure to leave some space between the vegetables so that they can roast properly.
- Roast the vegetables until they are tender: The cooking time will vary depending on the type of root vegetables you are using. In general, most root vegetables will take about 30-45 minutes to roast.
- Serve the vegetables immediately: Roasted root vegetables are best served hot and fresh out of the oven. You can drizzle them with olive oil, balsamic vinegar, or a sprinkle of cheese.
Conclusion
Roasted root vegetables are a delicious and versatile side dish that can be enjoyed all year round. They are easy to make and can be customized to your own taste. So next time you're looking for a healthy and flavorful side dish, give roasted root vegetables a try!
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