Roasted Mixed Root Vegetables
This is a delightful side dish that is not only colorful but packed with delicious, earthy flavors. I use a combo of mixed root vegetables, along with yummy curry and a dash of sweetness from the maple. It’s all finished with a sprinkling of smoked bacon lardons and fresh chives. (Apologies if you thought this was a vegetarian side dish because the crispy bacon addition is so delicious! However, you can leave it out if you prefer.)
Chef Tips:
- Be sure to slice the root vegetables to an even thickness to ensure even cooking. Remember, some ‘crunch’ and texture are always welcome, so they do not need to initially boil until completely softened / tender.
- If purple carrots are part of your rainbow carrot selection, I suggest you boil them in a separate pan because they will discolor the water, and ultimately discolor your other carrots and parsnips.

Roasted Mixed Root Vegetables
Equipment
Ingredients
- 7.8 oz trimmed and peeled parsnips
- 13 oz trimmed and rainbow carrots – keep the purple ones separate see Chef Tip
- 2 TB olive oil
- 1 TB curry powder
- 2 TB maple syrup or honey
- 3.5 oz smoked bacon lardons we use Butcher Box meat
- Handful chives finely snipped
- Sea salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F/200°C.
- Bring a large pan of salted water to a boil and add the root vegetables. Cook for 12-13 minutes until slightly tender, then drain in a colander. AS PER TIP: If purple carrots were part of your rainbow carrot mix, I advise cooking them in a separate pan because they will discolor the water, and ultimately discolor your other root vegetables.
- Leave all the root vegetables to steam off for 2-3 minutes.
- Transfer to a large bowl and add the olive, oil, curry powder, and maple syrup. Season with salt and pepper and toss well to combine.
- Spread all the root vegetables out on a large baking tray and roast in the oven for 12-15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, place the bacon lardons into a non-stick pan over medium heat. Cook until almost crispy, then transfer to a large serving plate lined with parchment paper. Keep warm.
- Serve the vegetables with crispy bacon pieces and snipped chives scattered over. Season with more salt and pepper, if needed.
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