Carrageenan Free Herb-Roasted Root Vegetable Medley
Roasted root vegetables are one of those dishes that feel both rustic and impressive, and this version delivers serious depth of flavor thanks to a fragrant blend of rosemary, thyme, turmeric, and ginger. Carrots, parsnips, sweet potato, and beets all go into the oven together, emerging with caramelized edges and tender, fork-soft centers that are genuinely hard to resist. Coconut oil does the heavy lifting here, coating every piece and helping the vegetables brown beautifully at high heat rather than steam into mush — the single-layer trick on the baking sheet makes all the difference. For anyone navigating carrageenan concerns, this recipe is refreshingly straightforward: every ingredient is a whole food or a simple spice, so there's nothing hidden to second-guess on a label. A scatter of fresh parsley at the end adds a pop of color and brightness that makes the whole platter look like it came from a restaurant kitchen. It works as a hearty side alongside almost anything, or honestly as a satisfying main when you want something wholesome and warming.
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4 servings
- 2 medium carrots, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 2 medium parsnips, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 medium sweet potato (about 10 oz), peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 medium beets, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
- 3 tbsp coconut oil, melted
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh rosemary, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- ½ tsp ground ginger
- 1 tsp salt
For serving
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, roughly chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2
Place the carrots, parsnips, sweet potato, and beets in a large mixing bowl. Drizzle with the melted coconut oil and toss to coat evenly.
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