Warm up with this hearty and healthy Roasted Winter Vegetables with Cannellini Beans dish. Packed with seasonal vegetables like rutabaga, sweet potato, and Brussels sprouts, this nutrient-rich meal is roasted to perfection and combined with tender cannellini beans for a protein boost. It’s a simple yet flavorful dish that’s perfect as a main or side for cozy winter nights.
Roasted Winter Vegetables with Cannellini Beans
4
servings15
minutes40
minutes320
kcalIngredients
1 large leek, sliced
5 garlic cloves, peeled
1/2 small rutabaga, peeled and chopped
2 parsnips, peeled and chopped
2 carrots, peeled and chopped
1 sweet potato, peeled and chopped
8 Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
3 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for drizzling
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
Coarse salt and pepper, to taste
1 1/2 cups cooked and drained cannellini beans
Directions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare the Vegetables: In a large bowl, toss the sliced leek, garlic cloves, chopped rutabaga, parsnips, carrots, sweet potato, and Brussels sprouts with 3 tablespoons of olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper. Mix until the vegetables are evenly coated.
- Roast the Vegetables: Spread the vegetables evenly on the prepared baking sheet. Roast for 35-40 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and golden, stirring halfway through for even roasting.
- Add the Cannellini Beans: In the last 5 minutes of roasting, add the drained cannellini beans to the baking sheet. Drizzle with a little more olive oil if desired, and roast until the beans are heated through.
- Serve: Remove the vegetables and beans from the oven, and transfer them to a serving dish. Drizzle with an extra teaspoon of balsamic vinegar and garnish with fresh herbs if desired. Serve warm as a main or hearty side dish.
This Roasted Winter Vegetables with Cannellini Beans is a perfect combination of rich flavors and hearty textures. The balsamic-roasted vegetables paired with creamy cannellini beans make for a satisfying and nourishing dish that’s perfect for a comforting dinner. Whether you serve it as a main or a side, this wholesome meal is sure to impress.
