Description
A vibrant and flavorful recipe featuring roasted sweet potatoes and broccoli, seasoned with a blend of herbs and spices, finished with Parmesan cheese, lemon zest, and fresh parsley for a deliciously healthy side dish or light meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 1½ pounds sweet potato (about 1 large), peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1 pound broccoli (1–2 bunches), cut into florets
Seasonings & Oil
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika (sweet or smoked)
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon dried rosemary
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon red chili flakes (optional)
Toppings
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Zest of 1 small lemon
- Chopped parsley
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) to ensure it’s hot enough for perfect roasting.
- Prepare the vegetables: In a large mixing bowl, combine the cubed sweet potatoes and broccoli florets. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with sea salt, garlic powder, paprika, thyme, rosemary, black pepper, and red chili flakes if using. Toss well to evenly coat all pieces with the oil and seasonings.
- Arrange on baking sheet: Spread the seasoned vegetables in a single layer on a large baking sheet. This helps them roast evenly and develop a nice crispy exterior.
- Roast the vegetables: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast for 25 to 30 minutes. Stir the vegetables halfway through cooking to ensure even roasting. You’ll know they are done when the sweet potatoes are tender and the broccoli edges become crispy.
- Add final toppings: Remove the vegetables from the oven and immediately sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese, lemon zest, and chopped parsley over the hot veggies for an extra burst of flavor and freshness.
- Serve: Gently toss the vegetables to distribute the toppings and serve warm. This dish pairs well as a colorful side or a light vegetarian main.
Notes
- To ensure even cooking, cut the sweet potatoes and broccoli into similar-sized pieces.
- Adjust red chili flakes to your preferred spice level or omit if you want a milder dish.
- For a vegan version, omit the Parmesan or substitute with a vegan cheese alternative.
- Roasting time may vary slightly depending on oven; check doneness by piercing sweet potatoes with a fork.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated in the oven or air fryer for best texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
