Quintessential Roasted Veggies Food

QUINOA WITH BUTTERY ROASTED VEGETABLES

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
• Prepare the quinoa according to the package directions. Set aside to cool.
• In a small skillet over medium-low heat, melt the butter with the garlic. Turn off the heat and allow it to sit for 5 minutes.
• Arrange the carrots, parsnips, red onion and squash on a large rimmed baking sheet. Pour over half of the garlic butter, sprinkle on some salt and pepper and toss to coat. Roast the vegetables, tossing occasionally, until they're nice and deep golden brown, 35 to 40 minutes. Set aside to cool slightly.
• Pour the other half of the garlic butter into a bowl (reserve the skillet for the pine nuts). Add the lemon juice and some salt and pepper and whisk.
• Add the pine nuts to the reserved skillet, set over low heat and toast, tossing occasionally, until light golden brown, 5 to 7 minutes. Set aside.
• To assemble the salad: Add the arugula to a large bowl, followed by the roasted vegetables, buttery dressing, quinoa, pine nuts and Parmesan shavings. Toss it all together and serve while still warm or at room temperature.

OVEN ROASTED VEGETABLES

Steps:

• Position racks in the upper and lower thirds of the oven (if using two sheets) or the center of the oven (if using one). Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Generously coat two large, rimmed baking sheets with non-stick spray.
• Place the vegetables in a great big bowl (or you can toss them right on the two baking sheets, dividing the ingredients between each). Top with the oil and mustard. Sprinkle with Italian seasoning, salt, garlic powder, and black pepper. Toss to coat. Pay special attention to the broccoli florets and make sure they get an adequate amount of oil, as they are more prone to burning.
• Divide the vegetables evenly between the two sheets, spreading them into a single layer.
• Roast the vegetables at 400 degrees F for 25 to 35 minutes (or if you have the convection option, do a convection bake at 375 degrees F for 20 to 25 minutes). Toss the vegetables, rotate the pans 180 degrees, and switch the pans' positions on the upper and lower racks halfway through. The vegetables should be turning brown and crispy at their edges and tender inside (the cooking time may vary based on your oven). Sprinkle with the Parmesan cheese. Enjoy hot or at room temperature, with additional salt and pepper to taste.

ROASTED VEGETABLE QUESADILLAS

Steps:

• In a large bowl, combine the vegetables, oil and cumin; toss to coat. Arrange in a single layer in an ungreased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake, uncovered, at 425° for 10-15 minutes or until tender. Reduce heat to 350°., Divide vegetable mixture evenly between two tortillas. Sprinkle with cheese. Top with remaining tortillas. Place on an ungreased baking sheet; bake for 8-10 minutes or until cheese is melted. , Cut each quesadilla into six wedges. Garnish with guacamole, sour cream, salsa and olives if desired.

EASY ROASTED VEGETABLES

Steps:

• Heat the oven to 200C/180C fan/gas 6. Tip the broccoli, sweet potatoes, red peppers, courgettes, onion, garlic and tomatoes into a bowl and add the olive oil along with plenty of salt and pepper. Toss well, then tip onto a large baking tray or two smaller trays, ensuring everything is in an even layer.
• Put in the oven and roast for 35-40 mins, tossing halfway, until cooked through and lightly caramelised.

ROASTED VEGETABLES

Steps:

• Heat oven to 425 degrees. Toss vegetables with oil, salt, and pepper. Roast, 30 minutes to an hour, stirring at least once or twice during roasting for even cooking and browning.
• Serve with fried eggs and/or yogurt, ground black pepper and plenty of torn herbs on top.