Roasted Root Vegetables with Balsamic (Printable Version)

Caramelized root vegetables tossed with a savory-sweet balsamic glaze. Vegetarian, vegan-friendly, and naturally gluten-free.

# What You'll Need:

→ Root Vegetables

01 - 2 large carrots, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
02 - 2 parsnips, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
03 - 1 small sweet potato, peeled and cubed
04 - 1 medium red onion, peeled and cut into wedges
05 - 2 medium golden beets, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces

→ Seasonings & Glaze

06 - 3 tablespoons olive oil
07 - 1 teaspoon sea salt
08 - 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
09 - 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
10 - 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
11 - 1 tablespoon maple syrup

# Method:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, combine carrots, parsnips, sweet potato, red onion, and beets.
03 - Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with salt, pepper, and thyme. Toss until vegetables are evenly coated.
04 - Spread vegetables in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
05 - Roast for 35 to 40 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until vegetables are golden and tender.
06 - In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar and maple syrup.
07 - Drizzle the balsamic mixture over the hot roasted vegetables and toss gently to coat.
08 - Serve warm, garnished with additional thyme if desired.

# Chef's Tips:

01 -
  • The balsamic glaze creates this magical transformation where everyday root vegetables become restaurant-worthy with minimal effort.
  • You can prepare everything ahead of time and just pop it in the oven when guests arrive, making your kitchen smell incredible while you actually enjoy your company.
02 -
  • I learned the hard way that crowding vegetables on the baking sheet results in steamed rather than roasted vegetables, so use two pans if needed for proper spacing.
  • Adding the balsamic mixture after roasting prevents it from burning in the oven and maintains that perfect sweet-tangy flavor.
03 -
  • For the most beautiful caramelization, resist the urge to stir the vegetables more than once during roasting, allowing the bottoms to develop a golden crust.
  • If making ahead, reheat vegetables at 350°F just until warm, then add the balsamic glaze fresh to maintain the brightest flavor.

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