Roasted Root Vegetables with Lentils Recipe

Name: Roasted Root Vegetables with Lentils
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 whole Carrots, Sliced Into 2-inch Sticks; 3 whole Beets, Cut In A Medium Dice; 2 whole Sweet Potatoes, Cut In A Medium Dice; 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin; 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika; 1 Tablespoon Extra-virgin Olive Oil, Plus More For Drizzling; 1 pinch Coarse Salt And Freshly Ground Pepper; 1 cup Green Lentils; 1 Tablespoon Butter; 3 whole Dollops Ricotta Cheese (or More!); 1/4 cups Parsley, For Garnish

Servings: persons

3 whole Carrots, Sliced Into 2-inch Sticks
3 whole Beets, Cut In A Medium Dice
2 whole Sweet Potatoes, Cut In A Medium Dice
1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
1 Tablespoon Extra-virgin Olive Oil, Plus More For Drizzling
1 pinch Coarse Salt And Freshly Ground Pepper
1 cup Green Lentils
1 Tablespoon Butter
3 whole Dollops Ricotta Cheese (or More!)
1/4 cups Parsley, For Garnish

1
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
2
Toss the carrots, beets and sweet potatoes with the cumin, paprika, oil and a good pinch of salt and pepper.
3
Arrange on a rimmed baking sheet.
4
Roast veggies for 40 minutes, checking at the 30-minute mark.
5
Cook lentils in boiling water until tender, 20-30 minutes.
6
Drain and toss in the butter.
7
Stir to combine.
8
Serve lentils topped with roasted veggies, a dollop or 35 of ricotta cheese, another good pinch of salt and pepper, and fresh parsley for garnish.

340

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 whole Carrots, Sliced Into 2-inch Sticks, 3 whole Beets, Cut In A Medium Dice, 2 whole Sweet Potatoes, Cut In A Medium Dice, 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin, and more.

Yes, Roasted Root Vegetables with Lentils falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Roasted Root Vegetables with Lentils

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