Description
A kid-friendly, sweet and tangy roasted root vegetable side dish perfect for Thanksgiving. This easy recipe uses a simple maple balsamic glaze to caramelize carrots, parsnips, beets, and potatoes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound carrots, peeled and chopped into 1-inch chunks
- 1 pound parsnips, peeled and chopped into 1-inch chunks
- 2 medium beets (pre-cooked or vacuum-sealed recommended), chopped
- 1 medium red onion, cut into large chunks
- 2 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, cut into 1-inch cubes
- 3 tablespoons maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme or rosemary, chopped
- Optional: 1/2 cup walnuts or pecans
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line two large sheet pans with parchment paper.
- Peel and chop carrots, parsnips, potatoes, and beets into 1-inch chunks. Cut red onion into large wedges.
- In a small bowl, whisk together maple syrup, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until combined.
- Place all chopped vegetables in a large mixing bowl. Pour the glaze over the vegetables and toss until evenly coated.
- Spread vegetables in a single layer on the prepared sheet pans, ensuring they are not crowded.
- Roast for 30-40 minutes, tossing halfway through, until vegetables are tender and caramelized at the edges.
- Remove from oven, taste and adjust seasoning. Toss in optional nuts if using. Serve warm.
Notes
Do not crowd the pan to ensure vegetables roast rather than steam. Use pre-cooked beets for easier handling and to avoid staining. Uniform chunk sizes ensure even cooking. Toss vegetables halfway through roasting for even caramelization.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 18
- Sodium: 250
- Fat: 6
- Saturated Fat: 1
- Carbohydrates: 32
- Fiber: 5
- Protein: 3
Keywords: roasted root vegetables, maple balsamic vegetables, Thanksgiving side dish, kid-friendly recipes, healthy sides, vegan side dishes, gluten-free sides