Description
This Harissa Roasted Vegetables recipe is a vibrant, flavorful side dish featuring a colorful mix of fresh vegetables coated in a spicy harissa and olive oil blend, then oven-roasted to tender perfection. It’s a simple, healthy vegan dish inspired by North African flavors, perfect for pairing with grains or adding to your meal for a burst of warmth and spice.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 4 cups mixed vegetables (such as carrots, cauliflower, bell peppers, zucchini, and red onion)
Harissa Dressing
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 to 2 tablespoons harissa paste (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Garnish
- Chopped fresh parsley or cilantro (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easier.
- Make the Harissa Dressing: In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, harissa paste (start with 1 tablespoon and adjust to taste for spiciness), honey or maple syrup, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until fully combined.
- Coat the Vegetables: Add the mixed chopped vegetables to the bowl with the harissa dressing and toss thoroughly to ensure all pieces are evenly coated with the spicy mixture.
- Roast: Spread the coated vegetables out in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Roast in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, tossing halfway through to promote even cooking, until vegetables are tender and slightly charred on the edges.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove the roasted vegetables from the oven, sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley or cilantro if desired, and serve warm as a flavorful side dish or over grains for a wholesome meal.
Notes
- Harissa paste heat levels vary; begin with 1 tablespoon and add more to suit your taste.
- This recipe is versatile and works well with root vegetables, squashes, or even chickpeas for added protein.
- For a gluten-free meal, ensure the harissa paste used does not contain any gluten ingredients.
- To make it nut-free, verify that the harissa paste does not contain nuts or cross-contamination.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 340 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
