Balsamic Roasted Root Vegtables
Balsamic Roasted Root Vegetables feature a hearty mix of rutabaga, turnip, yam, carrot, and onion tossed with garlic, optional fresh ginger, avocado oil, balsamic vinegar, pure maple syrup, and warm spices. Roasting for nearly an hour creates tender, caramelized vegetables with a balanced sweet and tangy flavor, making a flavorful side dish to accompany many main courses.
Ingredients
- 1 rutabaga peeled and chopped into 1” cubes
- 1 turnip chopped into 1” cubes
- 1 yam chopped into 1” cubes, medium-sized
- 4 carrot peeled and chopped
- 1 yellow onion diced
- 6 cloves garlic minced
- 2 Tbsp ginger peeled and grated, optional, fresh
- 4 Tbsp avocado oil
- 3 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 2 Tbsp pure maple syrup optional
- 2 tsp cumin ground
- 2 tsp oregano dried
- 1 tsp salt to taste, sea salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and chop all of the vegetables into similar sizes.
- Transfer all of the vegetables to a large 13” x 9” casserole dish.
- Add in the seasonings, avocado oil, balsamic vinegar, and pure maple syrup.
- Use your hands to toss everything together until all of the vegetables are well coated in oil, balsamic, and seasonings. Note: You can also use a wooden spoon to stir everything together if you prefer.
- Roast vegetables on the center rack of the preheated oven for 50 to 60 minutes, stirring half-way through.
- Serve balsamic roasted root vegetables with your main entrée and enjoy!
Notes
- Store leftover roasted vegetables in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 7 days to maintain freshness.
Nutrition Information
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 12 servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 91
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1(of 12) | |
| Calories | 91kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 16g | 5% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 7g | 14% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.