Description
This Roasted Broccoli and Sweet Potatoes recipe combines two nutritious vegetables in a flavorful and easy-to-make side dish. The broccoli and sweet potatoes are seasoned with a blend of spices and roasted to perfection, creating a delicious dish that pairs well with a variety of mains.
Ingredients
Scale
Broccoli:
- 1 large head broccoli, cut into florets
Sweet Potatoes:
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
Seasoning:
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Additional:
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (optional)
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare Vegetables: In a large bowl, toss broccoli florets and sweet potato cubes with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- Roast Vegetables: Spread the vegetables on the baking sheet in a single layer. Roast for 25–30 minutes, stirring halfway through, until tender and lightly browned.
- Finish and Serve: Drizzle with fresh lemon juice (if using) and sprinkle with parsley before serving.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add red pepper flakes or Parmesan after roasting.
- This dish pairs well with grilled meats or plant-based mains.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
