Indulge in the vibrant symphony of flavors that is our roasted vegetable salad, a culinary masterpiece that elevates simple, fresh ingredients to extraordinary heights. This delectable dish combines the natural sweetness of roasted vegetables, the tangy zest of a citrus vinaigrette, and the earthy crunch of toasted nuts, resulting in a symphony of textures and flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. With variations ranging from a hearty harvest salad bursting with autumnal goodness to a refreshing summer salad featuring grilled vegetables, there's a perfect roasted vegetable salad for every season and occasion.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
LENTIL SALAD WITH ROASTED VEGETABLES
This lentil salad looks and tastes bright, thanks to a combination of tangerine juice, sherry vinegar and colorful caramelized roasted root vegetables. It works either as a main course, served with good bread and butter, or as side dish with roasted meat or fish. For the maximum visual impact, use both golden and red beets. Vegetarians can feel free to leave out the bacon. Leftovers will keep for at least five days, though try to pack it up without the radicchio, which gets soggy in the fridge.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories dinner, lunch, salads and dressings, appetizer
Time 1h30m
Yield 10 to 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 24
Steps:
- Heat oven to 400 degrees. Place vegetables in one layer on one or two large rimmed baking pans, toss with olive oil and salt. Place thyme and rosemary on top of vegetables, cover pans with foil and roast for 25 minutes. Remove foil, stir in bacon and bake for 30 to 40 minutes longer, until vegetables are tender and golden all over.
- In a large pot, combine lentils, 6 cups water, garlic, bay leaf, salt and pepper and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 20 to 30 minutes, until lentils are tender.
- In a small bowl, whisk together vinegar, mustard and salt. Then whisk in olive oil.
- Drain lentils and discard bay leaf; keep or discard garlic as you like. Toss lentils with half of the sherry vinaigrette while still warm. Add more salt, olive oil and vinegar as needed.
- Toss radicchio with enough of remaining vinaigrette to lightly coat it and arrange it on a platter. Combine lentils and roasted vegetables, adding more of the vinaigrette to taste; spoon mixture on top of radicchio. Garnish with scallions, parsley, sea salt and black pepper. Squeeze tangerine juice over the lentils and drizzle with more olive oil if needed.
ROAST GREEK LAMB WITH TZATZIKI, ROASTED VEGETABLES, AND GREEK SALAD
Sunday roasts and summer are two of my favorite things. But when it's too hot outside, the last thing you want is a full roast with gravy and all the trimmings. It just seems wrong. It's also far too hot to be in a kitchen for long. Greece is famous for its lamb dishes. So what better way to rewind on a warm summer Sunday afternoon than create this laid-back, slow-roasted Greek feast?
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Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Lamb
Time 4h20m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 24
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
- Open the "pocket" on the wide end of the leg of lamb and stuff with some garlic slices, 1 rosemary sprig, 1 bay leaf, and salt. Make 3 long incisions in the top of the leg with your knife. Stuff remaining garlic, rosemary sprigs, bay leaves, and some salt into the incisions. Season well with salt all over.
- Season eggplant, zucchini, and 1 red onion with salt and tumble into a roasting pan. Place the leg of lamb on top.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 20 minutes. Reduce oven temperature to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C) and cover pan with aluminum foil. Continue baking until lamb is tender, about 2 hours 30 minutes.
- Spread potatoes on a baking sheet. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons olive oil and season with sea salt. Place in the bottom third of the oven. Bake lamb and potatoes for 30 minutes. Remove lamb and let rest while potatoes finish cooking, about 30 minutes more.
- Combine grated cucumber, mint, oregano, and salt in a bowl. Mix in yogurt until well combined. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
- Combine tomatoes, sliced cucumber, sliced red onion, and black olives in a deep-sided dish. Drizzle 3 tablespoons olive oil and red wine vinegar on top. Place feta on top and cover with dried oregano.
- Carve lamb and serve on a big platter. Scoop out vegetables and juices from the roasting pan and add to the platter. Place roasted potatoes, tzatziki, and Greek salad nearby.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 663.6 calories, Carbohydrate 73.9 g, Cholesterol 87.5 mg, Fat 28.1 g, Fiber 12.5 g, Protein 32 g, SaturatedFat 10 g, Sodium 390.4 mg, Sugar 11.6 g
GREEK PASTA SALAD WITH ROASTED VEGETABLES AND FETA
This salad is wonderful served warm or at room temperature with some French bread and a green salad.
Provided by cypress
Categories Salad 100+ Pasta Salad Recipes Greek Pasta Salad Recipes
Time 1h
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Line a cookie sheet with foil, and spray with non-stick cooking spray.
- In a medium bowl toss the red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, eggplant, and squash with 2 tablespoons of the olive oil, salt, and pepper. Arrange on the prepared cookie sheet.
- Bake vegetables 25 minutes in the preheated oven, tossing occasionally, until lightly browned.
- In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook pasta 10 to 12 minutes, until al dente, and drain.
- Drain the softened sun-dried tomatoes and reserve the water. In a large bowl, toss together the roasted vegetables, cooked pasta, sun-drained tomatoes, arugula, and basil. Mix in remaining olive oil, reserved water from tomatoes, balsamic vinegar, garlic, and feta cheese; toss to coat. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately, or refrigerate until chilled.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 445.9 calories, Carbohydrate 56.9 g, Cholesterol 16.8 mg, Fat 19.5 g, Fiber 6.8 g, Protein 13.8 g, SaturatedFat 5.1 g, Sodium 324 mg, Sugar 9.2 g
ROASTED VEGETABLES SALAD
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
- Cut the squash vertically down the center and use a spoon to scrape out the seeds. Cut the squash into 2-inch pieces or half-moons. Put on a large baking sheet and toss to combine with the Brussels sprouts, pumpkin seeds, olive oil, turnips, carrots and some salt and pepper.
- Roast the vegetables, stirring once, until caramelized and tender, about 30 minutes. Test for doneness with the tip of a sharp knife; it should go through the vegetables easily. Transfer to a large serving platter, drizzle with the Balsamic Vinaigrette and garnish with the parsley, currants and goat cheese.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the oil, vinegar, mustard, garlic and salt and pepper to taste until completely combined.
LENTIL SALAD WITH ROASTED VEGETABLES
Steps:
- 1. Heat oven to 400 degrees. Place vegetables in one layer on one or two large rimmed baking pans, toss with olive oil and salt. Place thyme and rosemary on top of vegetables, cover pans with foil and roast for 25 minutes. Remove foil, stir in bacon and bake for 30 to 40 minutes longer, until vegetables are tender and golden all over. 2. In a large pot, combine lentils, 6 cups water, garlic, bay leaf, salt and pepper and bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 20 to 30 minutes, until lentils are tender. 3. In a small bowl, whisk together vinegar, mustard and salt. Then whisk in olive oil. 4. Drain lentils and discard bay leaf; keep or discard garlic as you like. Toss lentils with half of the sherry vinaigrette while still warm. Add more salt, olive oil and vinegar as needed. 5. Toss radicchio with enough of remaining vinaigrette to lightly coat it and arrange it on a platter. Combine lentils and roasted vegetables, adding more of the vinaigrette to taste; spoon mixture on top of radicchio. Garnish with scallions, parsley, sea salt and black pepper. Squeeze tangerine juice over the lentils and drizzle with more olive oil if needed.
SPINACH SALAD WITH ROASTED VEGETABLES AND SPICED CHICKPEAS
The best main-course salads are precariously balanced things, requiring planning and forethought to come out well. You need to make sure that your mix of vegetables, proteins and starches hits all the requisite flavor and textural notes - sweet, salty, tangy, fresh, crisp, soft and rich. In the end, a main-course salad should feel virtuous and a little decadent, and eminently satisfying. This recipe works on all those levels. It has crunchy, salty chickpeas imbued with spice. There are sweet potatoes and carrots roasted until exquisitely tender. The creamy Greek yogurt dressing spiked with garlic is creamy and rich. And finally, there's the spinach, which is earthy and fresh.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories salads and dressings
Time 1h
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Heat oven to 400 degrees. Line a large baking sheet with a clean dishtowel or several layers of paper towels and spread drained chickpeas evenly on top. Pat dry with another dishtowel or paper towels.
- Toss sweet potato and carrots with 2 tablespoons oil and season with 3/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Spread on a large rimmed baking sheet and top with thyme sprigs. Roast, tossing occasionally, until golden-brown and very tender, 40 to 50 minutes.
- While vegetables are roasting, toss chickpeas with 2 tablespoons oil, chile powder, cumin and a large pinch of salt. Spread on another rimmed baking sheet. Transfer to the oven 10 minutes after you've put in the potatoes and carrots; roast until crisp and golden brown, 30 to 40 minutes.
- Using the flat side of a knife or a mortar and pestle, mash the garlic with a large pinch of salt until it forms a paste. Add it to a small bowl and whisk in yogurt and lemon juice. Slowly whisk in remaining 4 tablespoons (1/4 cup) oil. Season with salt and pepper.
- In a large bowl, combine spinach, roasted vegetables, chickpeas and shallot. Toss with enough dressing to lightly coat vegetables and greens and serve at once.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 538, UnsaturatedFat 24 grams, Carbohydrate 54 grams, Fat 32 grams, Fiber 13 grams, Protein 13 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 764 milligrams, Sugar 12 grams
Tips:
- Choose the right vegetables: For the best results, choose vegetables that are fresh, in season, and have a variety of colors and textures. Some good options include broccoli, carrots, zucchini, bell peppers, and onions.
- Cut the vegetables into even-sized pieces: This will help them cook evenly. If the pieces are too small, they will overcook and become mushy. If they are too large, they will take too long to cook and may not be fully tender.
- Toss the vegetables with olive oil, salt, and pepper: This will help them to brown and caramelize in the oven. You can also add other seasonings, such as herbs, spices, or citrus zest.
- Roast the vegetables at a high temperature: This will help them to get crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. The ideal roasting temperature is between 400 and 425 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Roast the vegetables until they are tender: The cooking time will vary depending on the type of vegetables you are using. Be sure to check them frequently to make sure they don't overcook.
Conclusion:
Roasted vegetables are a delicious and healthy side dish that can be enjoyed with a variety of meals. They are also a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables. By following these tips, you can make sure that your roasted vegetables are perfect every time. So next time you're looking for a healthy and flavorful side dish, give roasted vegetables a try!
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