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Sweet, hearty, and comforting Roasted Winter Vegetables are mixed with Indian curry seasoning for a blast of heat and and absolutely amazing flavor! The sweetness of the caramelized vegetables with the heat from the curry makes these roasted root vegetables absolutely incredible!
I don't know about you guys, but I'm always thinking of interesting ways I can cook up some veggies. And roasting veggies always gives them that incredible sweet caramelization on the outside, like when we make these baked parsnip fries.
With it being winter, I like to stick with roasting winter vegetables (or root vegetables) as opposed to our spring favorites to keep us in that warm, curled up in a blanket mood.
Think veggies like pumpkin (so good in this curry pumpkin soup), butternut squash (cinnamon roasted butternut squash is delicious), turnips, parsnips, cauliflower (parmesan roasted cauliflower is SO GOOD), etc. etc.
You can really use any winter or root vegetable you'd like for this recipe. I chose a few of my favorite for this recipe, but use what you like!
Tender, creamy insides, sweet caramelized outsides, just a hint of curry and bite from the ginger....these roasted winter vegetables are SO incredible.
And the smell....oh that delicious smell of sweet veggies roasted with coconut oil and curry...I am in love with the smell. It's like total comfort while they're roasting.
The Ingredients
Like I said, any winter or root vegetables will work for this recipe. Really. Any. Personally, I like pumpkin, butternut squash, turnips, cauliflower, and parsnips.
The vegetables should be cut in 1-1 ½" pieces in general.
If you use parsnips, I recommended cutting them into smaller pieces than the rest of the vegetables as they take longer to soften and caramelize. Butternut squash and pumpkin can be cut in slightly larger chunks as it will caramelize faster than other vegetables.
Garam masala is a seasoning commonly used in Indian that includes toasted spices such as coriander, cumin, cardamom, cloves and nutmeg. It's a touch sweet with a bit of a smoky flavor. If you've never had, but some, experiment. You're going to love it!
Curry powder is a somewhat generic term as there are tons of "curry powders." That said, most American grocery stores carry this generic curry powder, and I've included a link to the one I use in this recipe.
I use a ginger paste for convenience, but fresh, grated ginger would also work great.
The full list of ingredients is found in the recipe card at the bottom of the post.
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Step By Step Instructions
The best part about roasted winter vegetables is how easy they are. Most of the cook time is for roasting so you don't need to do anything but kick back and relax.
NOTE: any winter veggies can be used here. You want about 6-7 cups of fresh chopped veggies.
Also, be sure to save your vegetable scraps - they are perfect to use in making stocks. Place them in a freezer bag and store in the freezer for up to 6 months.
Heat the oven to 425F degrees. Coat the chopped veggies in 3 tablespoons of the coconut oil and place on a large (11 x 17") parchment paper lined baking sheet.
Roast them for 20 minutes, remove from oven and set aside to cool for just a couple minutes.
In the meantime, combine the remaining 1 tablespoon of coconut oil, curry powder, garam masala, lemon juice, ginger and salt in a bowl to make a sauce.
Coat the roasted veggies in the curry sauce mixture. Place back in the oven and roast an additional 10-15 minutes, or until vegetables can be easily pierced with a fork.
They should be browned and caramelized. Serve immediately.
Expert Tips
- Any winter veggies can be used here. You want about 6-7 cups of fresh chopped veggies.
- Cut the parsnips and turnips in smaller pieces to ensure they brown evenly with the pumpkin, butternut squash and/or cauliflower.
- To freeze roasted vegetables: Wrap the roasted veggies tightly in aluminum foil then place in a freezer bag. To reheat, roast them in a 425 degree oven (straight from frozen) for about 10 minutes, until thawed and warm. Note that frozen veggies will not be as firm or crisp as when they are freshly roasted.
Did you make these Roasted Winter Vegetables? Rate the recipe and leave a comment to let me know how they turned out!
Recipe
Curry Roasted Winter Vegetables
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh pumpkin diced in 1 ½" pieces
- 1 cup turnips cut in 1" pieces
- 4 parsnips cut in ½" pieces
- 2 cups cauliflower cut in 2" pieces
- 1 onion roughly chopped
- 4 tablespoons coconut oil divided
- 1 tablespoon curry powder
- 1 tablespoon garam masala
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon ginger paste
- 1 ½ teaspoons salt (add additional to taste)
Instructions
- Heat the oven to 425F degrees.
- Coat the chopped veggies in 3 tablespoons of the coconut oil and place on a large (11 x 17") parchment paper lined baking sheet.
- Roast for 20 minutes, remove from oven and set aside.
- In the meantime, combine the remaining 1 tablespoon of coconut oil, curry powder, garam masala, lemon juice, ginger and salt in a bowl to make a sauce.
- Coat the roasted veggies in the curry sauce mixture.
- Place back in the oven and roast an additional 10-15 minutes, or until vegetables can be easily pierced with a fork.
- Add additional salt to taste (if desired) and serve immediately.
Expert Tips:
- Any winter veggies can be used here. You want about 6-7 cups of fresh chopped veggies.
- Cut the parsnips and turnips in smaller pieces to ensure they brown evenly with the pumpkin, butternut squash and/or cauliflower.
- To freeze roasted vegetables: Wrap the roasted veggies tightly in aluminum foil then place in a freezer bag. To reheat, roast them in a 425 degree oven (straight from frozen) for about 10 minutes, until thawed and warm. Note that frozen veggies will not be as firm or crisp as when they are freshly roasted.
Sherri
I wish I could have boycotted cooking for Thanksgiving this year as it was my birthday, but no such luck! Anyway, I absolutely LOVE these roasted vegetables not only as a Thanksgiving side, but they'd be great to take to work for a healthy lunch too! 🙂
Danielle
LOL - I love cooking, but not on those big holidays! I hope you get a chance tor try these Sherri!
Andrea Metlika
I love curry recipes and this vegetable curry looks Fabulous!
Danielle
Thanks so much andrea!
Chichi
This recipe sounds delicious. I definitely love curries like you do. Will be checking out your other curry recipes. Thanks
Danielle
Curries are the best! Thanks Chichi 🙂
Emily
I love it that this recipe is vegan. I'm always looking for good recipes to make for my vegan friends. Looks delish.
Danielle
I'm not usually a vegan cook, but occasionally it just happens without me realizing it 😉
Colleen
I love curry, and I love roasted veggies, co I can't wait to try this. It looks delicious!
Danielle
Thanks Colleen!
Elaine Benoit
I love all the vegetables you used! This looks so delicious, especially with that spice blend!
Danielle
Thanks Elaine!
Swathi
I like this recipe, you added curry powder for roasting the veggies, I never tried it. I make only liquid curry with it. This is wonderful idea.
Danielle
It's a great way to spice up your veggies 🙂
Jyothi (Jo)
You had me at curry. OH I love it. Roasted veggies are the best way to eat vegetables if you ask me and flavoring it up with curry seasoning takes the veggies to a whole new level! YUMMM
Danielle
Curry is just the best thing ever, right??
Carmy
This curry roasted veggies look amazing! It looks so cozy and perfect for cold winter dinners.
Danielle
Thanks so much Carmy!
Cheese Curd In Paradise
This is a great combo of veggies! I love root veggies, and the spice mix sounds absolutely delicious. This is a perfect side dish for a winter meal.
Danielle
Thanks so much!
Marisa Franca
I'm like you, I'm always wanting to make interesting vegetable sides and I end up with the same ole, same ole. Now, your idea for adding curry to the roasted winter vegetables sounds delicious. I'm going to the grocery store today -- I'm adding these ingredients to my list. Can't wait to taste the veggies.
Danielle
I love coming up with new ideas for vegetables because they can get boring! I hope you love these Marisa - thanks for visiting!
Edyta at Eating European
This is such a good idea. My husband loves curry flavors so now I found a way to get some winter veggies into him 🙂
Danielle
Perfect way to get him to eat those veggies 😉
Ellen
A great choice of veggies for this dish!
Danielle
Thanks Ellen!
Molly
I love the taste of curry. Thank you for posting this.
Danielle
You're welcome Molly. Hope you get the chance to try it!
Mary Bostow
This is a 100% perfect side dish for my family. I bet those flavors are amazing! Cannot wait to try this! Love! Thank you for sharing this great recipe.
Danielle
Thanks so much Mary! I hope you love it 🙂
Lauren Vavala | DeliciousLittleBites
I just love this combination of vegetables! What a great idea to use curry - sounds delicious!
Danielle
Thanks so much Lauren! It gives them a little boost of flavor 🙂