Description
Roasted Broccoli and Sweet Potatoes is a vibrant, nutritious, and easy-to-make dish combining crispy, caramelized sweet potatoes with perfectly roasted broccoli florets. This simple yet flavorful recipe balances sweet and savory notes, creating a delicious side that’s perfect for any meal and packed with vitamins, fiber, and antioxidants.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh broccoli florets (tight, vibrant green)
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced into 1-inch cubes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (optional)
Instructions
- Prep Your Vegetables: Wash the broccoli and cut into bite-sized florets. Peel the sweet potatoes and dice them into roughly 1-inch cubes to ensure even roasting.
- Toss with Oil and Seasoning: In a large bowl, drizzle the olive oil over the broccoli and sweet potatoes. Sprinkle generously with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika if using. Mix thoroughly to coat each piece evenly.
- Arrange on Baking Sheet: Spread the vegetables out in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet. Avoid overcrowding to ensure even roasting and crispiness instead of steaming.
- Roast in the Oven: Bake at 425°F (220°C) for 25-30 minutes, flipping the vegetables halfway through. Look for golden-brown edges on the sweet potatoes and a nice char on the broccoli.
- Final Touches: Once out of the oven, squeeze fresh lemon juice over the hot veggies for a bright flavor, then toss gently before serving.
Notes
- Cut vegetables uniformly to ensure even cooking.
- Roasting at high heat (425°F) helps achieve caramelization and crispy texture.
- Do not overcrowd the pan; leave space for air circulation.
- Flip vegetables midway through baking for even browning.
- Add fresh lemon juice after roasting to maintain brightness and freshness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: roasted broccoli, sweet potatoes, healthy side dish, baked vegetables, gluten free, easy recipe