Orange-Scented Roasted Root Vegetables

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
10%
Orange-Scented Roasted Root Vegetables
45 min.
7
206kcal

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Featuring a delightful medley of root vegetables, this Orange-Scented Roasted Root Vegetables recipe is a must-try for any cooking enthusiast looking to add a burst of flavor to their meals. Perfect as a vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free side dish, it caters to a wide range of dietary preferences without compromising on taste. With a prep and cook time of just 45 minutes, it's also incredibly efficient to make, making it ideal for both weekday dinners and weekend feasts.

The star of this dish is the harmonious blend of orange marmalade and lemon juice, which infuses the vegetables with a zesty, citrus aroma that's simply irresistible. Combined with the natural sweetness of brown sugar, a hint of spice from nutmeg and red pepper, and the earthy flavors of parsnips, rutabagas, and sweet potatoes, this recipe promises a symphony of tastes that will have your taste buds dancing with joy.

Each serving, clocking in at about 206 calories, is not only delicious but also mindful of your nutritional needs. The caloric breakdown ensures you enjoy a balanced meal without the heavy feeling that often accompanies high-fat or high-protein dishes. Whether you're hosting a festive gathering or simply looking to impress your family with a new culinary creation, this Orange-Scented Roasted Root Vegetables recipe is sure to be a hit.

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup brown sugar packed
  • Dash nutmeg 
  • 0.1 teaspoon ground pepper red
  • tablespoon dijon honey mustard sweet
  • tablespoons juice of lemon 
  • medium onion cut into 8 wedges
  • tablespoons orange marmalade 
  • cups parsnips sliced (1-inch)
  • cups rutabaga cubed peeled (1-inch)
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  • cups sweet potatoes and into cubed peeled (1-inch)
  • tablespoon vegetable oil 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • oven
  • roasting pan

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 40
  2. Combine first 5 ingredients in a bowl; toss. Arrange vegetables in a single layer in a shallow roasting pan coated with cooking spray.
  3. Bake at 400 for 45 minutes; stir twice.
  4. Combine sugar and remaining ingredients in a small saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer 1 minute.
  5. Pour over vegetables; toss gently.
  6. Bake an additional 15 minutes or until vegetables are tender.

Nutrition Facts

Calories206kcal
Protein5.06%
Fat9.65%
Carbs85.29%

Properties

Glycemic Index
44.43
Glycemic Load
13.54
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
14.746521628421%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.21mg
Hesperetin
0.62mg
Naringenin
0.06mg
Apigenin
2.32mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Isorhamnetin
1.57mg
Kaempferol
0.4mg
Myricetin
1.31mg
Quercetin
6.81mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:205.77kcal
10.29%
Fat:2.29g
3.52%
Saturated Fat:0.4g
2.49%
Carbohydrates:45.54g
15.18%
Net Carbohydrates:39.4g
14.33%
Sugar:23.18g
25.76%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:154.03mg
6.7%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.7g
5.4%
Vitamin A:10802.76IU
216.06%
Vitamin C:27.57mg
33.42%
Manganese:0.54mg
27.07%
Fiber:6.15g
24.59%
Potassium:649.2mg
18.55%
Vitamin B6:0.3mg
14.96%
Folate:54.01µg
13.5%
Vitamin K:13.83µg
13.17%
Magnesium:46.79mg
11.7%
Vitamin B1:0.16mg
10.92%
Phosphorus:105.01mg
10.5%
Copper:0.2mg
10.21%
Vitamin B5:0.99mg
9.91%
Calcium:81mg
8.1%
Vitamin E:1.13mg
7.53%
Iron:1.11mg
6.18%
Vitamin B2:0.1mg
5.9%
Vitamin B3:1.17mg
5.85%
Zinc:0.66mg
4.41%
Selenium:1.89µg
2.7%
Source:My Recipes