Roasted Vegetables Recipe (2024)

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Jim Lowell

In addition to the salt and pepper, I brush the root veggies with a mixture of olive oil and balsamic vinegar...a good amount. And also add a quartered sweet onion and a couple of cloves of garlic. A half an hour in the oven does the trick. And then I serve it with pasta. (But then I serve everything with pasta..)

Mary Bloom

Somethings missing ! The amount of time in the oven.

Johan N

You will achieve better results roasting for much longer at lower temperatures. I frequently use a mix of aubergine, courgette & peppers, roasting at 120 Centigrade for 70-80 minutes. Add a big handful of cherry tomatoes halfway, & a handful of torn basil leaves at the ed. Bliss.

Ray L.

Odd that the note says "Dense, low-moisture vegetables (like the roots and squashes in this recipe) need lower heat and more time in the oven than vegetables with more moisture" but then specifies roasting everything at 450 degrees. Am I missing something?

Juliet Jones

I like to sprinkle some spices on these before roasting. Could be anything you like. I use a mixture of things like cumin, cardamom, coriander, cinnamon, or even some kind of garam masala or curry powder. I roast them covered in foil for about 20 mins, then take off the foil, stir, and leave uncovered so it can brown.

JoAnne

The balsamic vinegar splashed on top is amazing. I usually serve this as a side rather than a main course. It is well loved. I also roast my carrots for about 30 minutes before adding the butternut squash and sweet potatoes, onions, etc. otherwise, they are not done. Explore Ina Garten's recipe with balsamic. It's fabulous. And what an easy way to get things done.

Jane

I roast my veggies on a cast iron pan, it browns them nicely and clean up is a breeze.

Nancy

The time is WAAAAAAY up at the top above the picture:
30 minutes to 1 hour.

Luddite

Roasted veggies without parsnips? Sacrilege!
Also, add some rosemary for a nice touch.
Cut the veggies, put them in a large bowl, sprinkle in not-too-much olive oil, salt, pepper and rosemary, toss around by hand to coat, dump into a cookie sheet and roast. Yummy!

Stephanie R

Ok, here's how I do it: throw a bunch of vegetables, generally patty pan squash, bell pepper, onion, potato, and whatever in a plastic bag with olive oil and part of a little envelope of Good Seasons Italian dressing mix. The Good Seasons mix is powerful and garlicky, so don't use too much. Roast on a pan as Melissa describes.

Mick

Stir in some crumbled blue cheese at the end for a gooey, yummy mess.

Faith

Melissa, are you sure you can roast those greens at 450? I find they burn up after a couple of minutes at that high temp. I've had better luck with greens at 250 or 300 for a longer time. Perfect kale chips with that method.

Kathy

The beets used in the photo were obviously yellow beets, because if one uses red beets, as I did, all the veggies turn red.

Suzanne

How long do you cook the high density veggies? (Recipe does not state.)

JoAnn Peterson

If you use the suggested vegetables, why the 30 min - 60 min cook time. Under what circ*mstances would they take 2× longer?

Jillian

First time buying raw beets. They were like candy! Delicious!

Karen

Skip all the advice about tin foil or parchment paper! THIS is why you have those cast iron skillets in the back & bottom of that shelf! Pull them out! Preheat on burner dump oiled vegs in single layer & roast, using the convection setting if you have one! Just about ALL vegs will do here very nicely! Your kids will LOVE their vegs!

Susan P.

My stove is a 1940s Wedgewood: adorable, yes, but the oven is teeny and very unreliable. I chose to be prudent with the temperature and roasted Brussels sprouts and zucchini @ 400 for 20 minutes. Served with a dollop of Greek yogurt and a glass of red wine. Best. Dinner. Ever.

Mery

Along with olive oil, I toss cauliflower and other veggies for roasting with spice blend, Ras el Hanout, from Oaktown Spice. I understand and appreciate that I should use like vegetables for even cooking… and yet find the serendipity of selection (whatever looks good) provides a bit of blackened and a bit of “just right”.

add tomatoes & shallot

Add the toms with about 20 mins to go

IW

Half hour, veggies still hard. Twenty minutes later, most veggies burnt. Oh well, we laughed.

Pam

NO parsnips; good veggies: Brussels sprouts; red onion; maybe sweet potatoes; carrots; try rutabaga instead of parsnips

Danny V

Hey! I made a big ol’ batch of NYTimes toum and have felt overwhelmed by what to do with such a huge quantity. I tried it out instead of the oil here and…good! Really mild garlic flavor but added a touch of flavor and crispness. Nice use all that extra, pungent condiment! (Would probably try more toum next time.)

Substitution

I cut all the veggies to about the same size, added quartered mushrooms, used olive oil with a light hand, salt, pepper and rosemary. The denser veggies went in for 30 minutes, then I added onion and golden bell peppers for about ten minutes. This recipe goes into our book. I agree that parchment paper makes things easy at cleanup time.

Kate

Delicious!!! I only used 1/2 TBS of olive oil, next time more salt.

Chris

Terrific recipe, easy to make, delicious. I went for the root vegetable variant. I added some yuca root, which adds a great special flavor. And also some broccoli for the last 15 min.

Susan

Excellent 12/21. Turnip, beets, delicata squ, potatoe, leek, garlic, sweet potatoes, carrots, parsnips. Next time add cubes butternut sq

CG in VT

I've been able to roast high- and low-moisture vegetables together. The key that success is lightly steaming the low moisture vegetables first. 425, 450 degrees should do it.

KLI

Dad - You can do the same thing with green beans and brussels sprouts. For the green beans, you probably just need to roast them in the oven for 20-30 minutes. You can check after 20 minutes and see if the vegetables are the right "crispiness" for you.

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Roasted Vegetables Recipe (2024)

FAQs

What is the secret to extra crispy roasted vegetables? ›

Yes, cornstarch—that box in your pantry is the secret to a super-crispy exterior on veggies, from potatoes to cauliflower.

How long to roast vegetables in the oven at 400 degrees? ›

Spring and summer vegetables, like squash, peppers, asparagus, beans and mushrooms, will cook in about half the time of potatoes and root and winter vegetables. On average, I cook the former for about 20-30 minutes at 400-425 degrees. The latter roasts for about 45 minutes at the same temp.

What is the best oil for roasting vegetables? ›

For vegetables, chicken, and just about everything else, olive oil and ghee are our first choices for roasting at temperatures over 400°F. Not only do they help food cook up with the crispiness you crave, but each one also imparts its own unique flavor that you just don't get from neutral oils like grapeseed or canola.

How long do you roast veggies at 425 degrees? ›

Heat oven to 425 degrees. Toss vegetables with oil, salt, and pepper. Roast, 30 minutes to an hour, stirring at least once or twice during roasting for even cooking and browning.

How to get crunchy roasted vegetables? ›

Answered by Becky Krystal
  1. Make sure the vegetables are as dry as possible before you roast. ...
  2. Preheat the baking sheet. ...
  3. Make sure your oven is actually hot! ...
  4. Reconsider your rack position. ...
  5. Use the convection feature on your oven, if you have one.
Aug 28, 2023

Why won't my roast veggies go crispy? ›

The sweet spot is between 400°F and 425°F. Go any higher, and the outside of your veggies will start to burn before the inside has a chance to cook through. Any lower? They'll still cook through (eventually), but the oven won't be hot enough to get your veggies golden, crispy, and caramelized.

Should I cover my roasted vegetables in the oven? ›

There is no need to cover vegetables when roasting. Covering them creates steam, so they won't get as crispy and caramelized. Don't forget to stir once or twice while cooking so the vegetables get nicely browned on all sides. Other than that, you can't really go wrong.

Which of the following vegetables is not well suited for roasting? ›

Vegetables to Avoid Roasting

Green beans, broccoli, and other green-colored vegetables are not as well-suited for roasting because they tend to turn olive green.

Which vegetable takes the longest to roast? ›

Root vegetables like sweet potatoes, carrots and turnips take the longest, followed by hard squash and cruciferous vegetables like butternut squash, cauliflower and broccoli. Tender items like cherry tomatoes or zucchini come next, then cooking greens, which have the shortest roasting time.

Is it okay to roast vegetables with olive oil? ›

For me, when it comes to roasting veggies or anything at all, I am all for using quality, good-tasting extra virgin olive oil which imparts great flavor while properly cooking your veggies.

Is it safe to roast vegetables with extra virgin olive oil? ›

Our extra virgin olive oil has a smoke point of around 210 degrees Celsius (410 F). Which makes it suitable for roasting a chicken whole or a joint of beef in the oven, baking a cake, a quiche or a pie, roasting potatoes or vegetables. Most oven cooking takes place at 180-200 degrees Celsius (356 F).

Can I use butter instead of oil to roast vegetables? ›

Roasting: Start with cold butter and cut it into large cubes and dot your pan of vegetables with the cubes before roasting. For high-heat roasting, make your own ghee or clarified butter.

Is it better to roast vegetables at 400 or 425? ›

In general, denser, sweeter vegetables need a lower temperature: approximately 375°F to 400°F. For vegetables that are more watery (like eggplant, say, or celery), the heat can be cranked to 450°F or higher. You'll find a guide to the best temperature for roasting any vegetable below.

Should I roast vegetables at 400 or 425? ›

Always Use High Heat for Roasting

To be more specific, the best temperature for roasting vegetables is between 400°F and 450°F, with 425ºF being the temperature we call for most often. This applies to all vegetables, and stays the same whether they're fresh or frozen.

How do you know when roasted vegetables are done? ›

Bake the vegetables for 35 to 45 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally. The vegetables are done when you can easily pierce them with a fork or knife. Test Kitchen tip: For uniform browning, give the vegetables a quick stir about halfway through cooking.

What makes vegetables crispy? ›

Vegetables need to roast in a single layer without overlapping one another on the baking sheet. This will allow the air to circulate and crisp the outsides (otherwise, the veggies will steam and not crisp). Use Enough Olive Oil. Oil is necessary for the vegetables to caramelize.

Does adding cornstarch make things crispy? ›

Interestingly, cornstarch contains 25 to 28 percent amylose, which is higher than the amount in wheat or potato starch (which are 20 to 22 percent amylose), and this is why cornstarch works the best for making crispy coatings on fried foods.

How do you keep roasted vegetables from getting mushy? ›

Don't crowd the baking sheet.

You want to spread the vegetables in an even layer with space in between so the vegetables can cook and get crispy. If you crowd and overlap the veggies, they will steam and get mushy, not what we want!

How do you roast veggies so they are not mushy? ›

The Oven Temp Is Too Low

A low-and-slow cooking technique is excellent for vegetables like carrots, beets or potatoes that you plan to puree into soup. But, they'll turn out soft and soggy instead of crispy and caramelized. The solution: Turn the oven temperature up to 400°F to 425°F.

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