Anti-Inflammatory Turmeric Roasted Vegetables (Printable Version)

Golden seasonal vegetables roasted with anti-inflammatory turmeric and warming spices for a colorful, nourishing dish.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 2 cups cauliflower florets
02 - 2 cups broccoli florets
03 - 1 large sweet potato, peeled and cubed
04 - 2 medium carrots, sliced
05 - 1 red bell pepper, cut into chunks
06 - 1 small red onion, cut into wedges

→ Spices & Seasoning

07 - 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
08 - 1 ½ tsp ground turmeric
09 - 1 tsp ground cumin
10 - ½ tsp ground coriander
11 - ½ tsp smoked paprika
12 - ¼ tsp ground black pepper
13 - ¾ tsp sea salt

→ Finishing Touches

14 - 1 tbsp lemon juice
15 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro or parsley

# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat your oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Combine all prepared vegetables in a large mixing bowl.
03 - Whisk together olive oil, turmeric, cumin, coriander, smoked paprika, black pepper, and sea salt in a small bowl.
04 - Pour the spice mixture over the vegetables and toss thoroughly to ensure even coating.
05 - Spread the vegetables in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
06 - Roast for 25–30 minutes, stirring halfway through, until vegetables are golden, tender, and lightly crisped at the edges.
07 - Remove from oven. Drizzle with lemon juice and sprinkle with fresh herbs. Serve warm as a side or over grains for a complete meal.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The combination of turmeric and warm spices makes vegetables taste extraordinary without heavy sauces or complicated techniques
  • Everything roasts on one sheet pan, meaning minimal cleanup and maximum flavor concentration
02 -
  • Dont skip the parchment paper, turmeric stains baking sheets and is surprisingly stubborn to scrub off
  • Cutting vegetables into uniform sizes is the difference between perfectly roasted pieces and some burnt while others are still raw
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  • Toss the vegetables with half the oil and spices first, let them sit 15 minutes, then add the remaining mixture before roasting for deeper flavor penetration
  • If your vegetables seem too dry after roasting, a tiny extra drizzle of olive oil and pinch of salt before serving brings everything back to life
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