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Roasted Sweet Potatoes & Carrots

Roasted Sweet Potatoes & Carrots That Bring Cozy Comfort

Roasted Sweet Potatoes & Carrots are a vibrant, gluten-free side dish that brings warmth to any meal.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Vegetables
  • 1 large sweet potato or 2 smaller ones, Substitution: Use Japanese sweet potatoes for a different texture and flavor.
  • 1 pound carrots peeled, Substitution: Baby carrots can substitute, ensure uniform size for even cooking.
For the Flavor
  • 4 cloves garlic minced, Use less or omit if sensitive to strong flavors.
  • 1/4 cup olive oil Substitution: Avocado oil or other neutral oils will work.
  • 2 Tbsp maple syrup Substitution: Honey can be used, but may alter flavor.
  • 2 tsp thyme Substitution: Dried or fresh thyme acceptable.
  • 1 tsp rosemary Substitution: Any other mild herb can work based on preference.
  • 1 tsp cinnamon Omit if you prefer a non-spiced version.
  • Salt to taste

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking dish
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Chop the sweet potato (or potatoes) and peeled carrots into 3/4-inch to 1-inch pieces.
  3. Place the chopped vegetables in a large baking dish.
  4. Add minced garlic, olive oil, maple syrup, thyme, rosemary, cinnamon, and salt to the baking dish.
  5. Toss the mixture thoroughly until all the vegetables are evenly coated.
  6. Transfer the baking dish into the preheated oven and roast for 35-40 minutes.
  7. Halfway through, give the vegetables a toss to promote even cooking.
  8. Serve hot, optionally garnished with fresh thyme.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 37gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 5gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 20000IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Cut vegetables uniformly for even roasting. Avoid overcrowding the baking dish for best results.

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