Sheet Pan Roasted Appalachian Root Vegetables with Maple Glaze

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-09 · Updated 2026-06-09

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A vibrant medley of seasonal root vegetables roasted on a sheet pan and finished with a sweet and tangy maple glaze inspired by Appalachian flavors. This American-inspired vegetarian recipe, ready in about 45 minutes, pairs carrots, parsnips, sweet potatoes for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 30 min Serves 4 American cuisine 180 cal/serving

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Ingredients

3 medium, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks carrots
2 medium, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks parsnips
2 medium, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes sweet potatoes
1 medium, cut into 1-inch wedges red onion
3 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp maple syrup
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. In a large bowl, toss 3 medium carrots, 2 medium parsnips, 2 medium sweet potatoes, and 1 medium red onion with 3 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper until evenly coated.
Step 2: Spread the vegetables in a single layer on a large rimmed sheet pan. Roast for 25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until tender and golden at the edges.
Step 3: While vegetables roast, whisk together 2 tbsp maple syrup, 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar, and 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves in a small bowl.
Step 4: Remove vegetables from the oven and drizzle the maple glaze over them; toss gently to coat. Return to oven and roast for an additional 5 minutes until the glaze is sticky and caramelized.
Step 5: Serve warm as a hearty side that highlights regional Appalachian ingredients.