Roots like carrots, sweet potatoes, and turnips, are a rich source of nutritious complex carbohydrates. Instead of upsetting blood sugar levels like refined sweet foods do, they help regulate them. And even more, they help you curb sweet cravings. So, why not eat more of these rich and nutritious veggies!
This is a fun and simple recipe to be enjoyed as a side dish or why not, eaten by itself. It is delicious and fulfilling!
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 25-35 minutes
Serves 4 to 6
Ingredients
- 1 sweet potato
- 2 parsnips
- 2 carrots
- 2 turnips or 1 large rutabaga
- 1 daikon radish (or substitute/add in other favorites, like beets or squash)
- 2-3 garlic cloves whole (lends a delicious aroma to all veggies)
- extra virgin olive oil
- salt and pepper
- herbs: rosemary, thyme or sage (fresh if possible)
- And don’t forget the most important ingredient – Vit. L (from love)!
Directions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees (or even to 400 degrees if you like your veggies more on the crispy side).
- Wash and dice all vegetables into bite-sized cubes.
- Place in a large baking dish with sides.
- Drizzle with olive oil; mix well to coat each vegetable lightly with oil.
Sprinkle with salt, pepper and herbs. I prefer rosemary. I think it adds such a delicious aroma to any food, but especially roasted veggies, so don’t be afraid to add it generously! - Bake uncovered for 25-35 minutes until vegetables are tender and golden brown, checking every 10 minutes to stir and make sure veggies are not sticking.
Tip: Any combination of vegetables will work. Roasting only one kind of vegetable also makes a nice side dish. I personally like to experiment with many different vegetables, as I love the rich taste the colorful vegetables develop when roasted. And as always, don’t forget to cook it with Love! It all tastes better when made with love!
