So here’s the deal: today, I’m sharing my go-to recipe for tender, roasted vegetables that are both healthy and simply irresistible. I know this because my husband Tony kept picking them straight off the baking sheet and inhaling them after he had already eaten his lunch. That’s how I know they’re really, really freaking good.
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Roasted vegetable ingredients
If you’re looking for a simple, yet flavorful roasted vegetable recipe that pairs well with proteins or as a festive healthy side dish, then look no further because your girl has got you covered.
This roasted vegetable recipe calls for seasonal butternut squash, brussels sprouts, carrots and onions. However, you could easily use sweet potatoes in place of the squash and cauliflower in place of the brussels sprouts. The options are endless.
Personally, I find that the balsamic herb flavor truly takes these veggies to the next level and separates them from all the other recipes on the internet. The end up coming out of the oven slightly sweet, perfectly tender with caramelized edges and so flavorful that they might just be your new favorite side dish.
How to make roasted vegetables
One of my favorite parts about this recipe is that the veggies are all roasted on a sheet pan, keeping it simple and easy for clean up. Not only that, but they’re incredibly healthy too!
Here’s how to make the best roasted veggies:
- Chop your vegetables and place them on a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Whisk together the balsamic vinegar, olive oil, garlic powder, rosemary, thyme and a little salt and pepper in a bowl.
- Pour the balsamic herb mixture all over the veggies and toss to coat.
- Roast to tender perfection at 375 degrees F for about 35-45 minutes, flipping halfway through cooking. Veggies are done when the squash and carrots are fork tender. Yum!
What to serve with roasted vegetables
I love serving these in a bowl or on a platter as a festive side dish during Thanksgiving, but they’re also perfect as a side for every day dinner recipes. If you’re vegetarian, these roasted veggies are amazing when stirred into a batch of quinoa.
Here are a few other suggestions on what to pair roasted veggies with:
Goat Cheese & Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breast
Slow Cooker Creamy Garlic Mashed Potatoes
15-Minute Sweet Potato Salmon Cakes
I hope you love these easy roasted vegetables! If you make them, be sure to leave a comment below and rate the recipe. xo.
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Balsamic Herb Sheet Pan Roasted Vegetables
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme (or sub ½ teaspoon dried thyme)
- 1 teaspoon fresh chopped rosemary (or sub ½ teaspoon dried rosemary)
- Freshly ground salt and pepper
- 3 cups cubed butternut squash
- 8 ounces brussels sprouts, cut in half and outer yellow leaves removed
- 4-5 medium carrots, halved and cut into 2 inch chunks
- ½ large red onion, cut into large wedges or chunks
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper, or line two small baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic powder, thyme, rosemary and salt and pepper. Set aside.
- Add butternut squash, brussels sprouts, carrot chunks and red onion to the sheet pan. Pour the balsamic herb mixture over the top and gently toss to coat all of the veggies. Spread in an even layer.
- Roast for 35-45 minutes, flipping veggies halfway through. Vegetables are done when squash is fork tender. Serve with chicken, fish, over quinoa, brown rice or as is for a festive holiday side dish. Serves 6.
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21 comments
Made last night along with your maple glazed salmon, and this is going to be a go-to for roasted veggies! I’m always looking for a way to make cruciferous veggies more palatable for my husband, and he LOVED them! thanks for another winner!
Amazing! So happy to hear that Michelle 🙂
I used sweet potatoes instead of butternut squash and added bell peppers I needed to use up and it was delicious! Flavorful but also can pair well anything! I served it for dinner last night along side pork tenderloin. Then this morning I reheated left overs, topped it with a fried egg, and ate it like a hash. This recipe is going to be great to add to our meal prep rotation!!
Perfect! Such a great idea to serve it as a savory breakfast – YUM.
I love this recipe! I used it to meal-prep veggies last week and they were amazing. I liked them cold on salads! I’m making them again tonight.
Delicious! Love that idea 🙂
I wasn’t prepared for how flavorful this would be!! A great addition to the thanksgiving table and honestly I will be making this for every holiday and add it to my weekly dinner menu! Thank you!
Absolutely! The perfect side dish any time 🙂
If you were to use carrots, broccoli, cauliflower and asparagus, what would you recommend for the cooking time?
30-40 minutes should be perfect, just flip halfway through!
Looks absolutely delicious – I am going to make and eat this!
So excited for you to try this one, Audrey!
loved the balsamic and rosemary flavors. I think next time, i’ll use fresh for more aroma. I did eggplant, red onion, Brussel sprouts and carrots. thanks!
Such a hit!!!
I’m so glad!
I have been making all of your sheet pan meals on repeat lately. They are all so good and so simple but each add an element that I would not have thought of that makes it a little bit different and my husband and I love them all. We just served this one with pork chops. Highly recommend!
Love that! This one’s so simple and delicious for pairing with so many meals. Glad you both enjoyed!
Amazing flavor! We have made this several times and is a regular in our house and for special occasions. Great with steak
Excellent! Glad to hear this recipe is a hit ❤️🙂
I’m looking for recipes I can prep and freeze for after my second baby comes. Wondering if I can throw the chopped veggies into a freezer bag with the glaze mixture, then when the time comes thaw overnight and bake as directed?
Yes that should work well!