Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Carrots with Orange and Spices Recipe
This vibrant and flavorful Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Carrots recipe combines tender caramelized vegetables with the brightness of fresh orange juice and zest, enhanced by aromatic spices. Perfect as a healthy side dish, it’s both easy to prepare and packed with nutrients.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- ¾ lb (340g) carrots (about 6), peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
- ¾ lb (340g) sweet potatoes (about 1 large or 2 small), peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
Seasonings and Dressing
- 1 ½ Tablespoons (22ml) extra virgin olive oil
- 1 ½ Tablespoons (22ml) fresh squeezed orange juice
- Zest from ½ an orange
- 1 large clove garlic, grated on a microplane
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground cumin
- ¼ teaspoon paprika
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and facilitate easy cleanup.
- Prepare Vegetables: Place the peeled and chopped carrots and sweet potatoes on the prepared baking sheet. Toss them with olive oil, fresh orange juice, orange zest, grated garlic, salt, cumin, paprika, and cinnamon until all pieces are evenly coated with the mixture.
- Roast Vegetables: Spread the vegetables in a single layer on the baking sheet to ensure even roasting. Roast in the preheated oven for about 30 minutes, stirring halfway through the cooking time, until the sweet potatoes and carrots are tender and lightly browned at the edges.
- Serve Warm: Once roasted to perfection, remove from the oven and serve the dish warm as a flavorful and nutritious side dish.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, avoid overcrowding the baking sheet.
- Use fresh orange zest and juice for the best bright citrus flavor.
- Feel free to adjust the spices according to your taste preferences.
- This dish pairs wonderfully with roasted meats or can be served as a wholesome vegetarian side.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated for up to 3 days.
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