Description
This Harissa Roasted Vegetables recipe features a colorful medley of cauliflower, sweet potatoes, red onions, and carrots tossed in a flavorful harissa olive oil blend and a mix of spices. Roasted to perfection in the oven, these vegetables develop a wonderful caramelized texture and smoky, spicy flavor, making a vibrant and healthy side dish perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 1 medium head of cauliflower, cut into florets
- 2 medium sweet potatoes, cut into cubes or halves
- 1 red onion, sliced into thick strips
- 5-6 carrots, peeled and chopped into 1-inch pieces
Seasoning and Oil
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tbsp harissa paste
- 1 tsp salt, plus more to taste
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) ensuring it reaches the full temperature before roasting.
- Prepare Vegetables: Cut the cauliflower into florets, cube or halve the sweet potatoes, slice the red onion into thick strips, and peel and chop the carrots into 1-inch pieces. Place all the chopped vegetables onto a large sheet pan in a single layer.
- Make Harissa Oil: In a small bowl, mix the olive oil and harissa paste until well combined. Pour this mixture evenly over the vegetables, tossing to coat thoroughly.
- Season Vegetables: Combine the salt, garlic powder, paprika, black pepper, cumin, and smoked paprika in a small bowl. Sprinkle the spice mixture evenly over the coated vegetables, tossing gently to ensure an even coating.
- Roast Vegetables: Place the sheet pan in the preheated oven and roast for 1 hour, flipping the vegetables halfway through the cooking time to ensure even browning on all sides.
- Optional Broil: For extra crispness, switch the oven to broil and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, watching carefully to avoid burning.
- Rest and Serve: Remove the vegetables from the oven and let them rest for 20 minutes. Taste and adjust salt if needed, then serve the harissa roasted vegetables hot as a flavorful and healthy side dish.
Notes
- Flip the vegetables halfway through roasting for even caramelization.
- Broiling at the end is optional but enhances crispiness.
- Adjust the amount of harissa to control spice level according to preference.
- These vegetables can be served as a side or added to salads, grain bowls, or wraps.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
