Anti-Inflammatory Turmeric Roasted Vegetables (Printable Page)

Seasonal vegetables roasted with turmeric and warming spices for a nourishing, colorful dish.

# What You Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 2 cups cauliflower florets
02 - 2 cups broccoli florets
03 - 1 large sweet potato, peeled and cubed
04 - 2 medium carrots, sliced
05 - 1 red bell pepper, cut into chunks
06 - 1 small red onion, cut into wedges

→ Spices & Seasoning

07 - 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
08 - 1 ½ tsp ground turmeric
09 - 1 tsp ground cumin
10 - ½ tsp ground coriander
11 - ½ tsp smoked paprika
12 - ¼ tsp ground black pepper
13 - ¾ tsp sea salt

→ Finishing Touches

14 - 1 tbsp lemon juice
15 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro or parsley

# Steps:

01 - Preheat your oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Place all prepared vegetables in a large mixing bowl.
03 - Whisk together olive oil, turmeric, cumin, coriander, smoked paprika, black pepper, and sea salt in a small bowl.
04 - Pour the spice mixture over the vegetables. Toss thoroughly to ensure all pieces are evenly coated.
05 - Spread the vegetables in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
06 - Roast for 25–30 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the vegetables are golden, tender, and lightly crisped at the edges.
07 - Remove from the oven. Drizzle with lemon juice and sprinkle with fresh herbs. Serve warm as a side or over grains for a complete meal.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Its a simple way to pack serious anti-inflammatory power into something thats genuinely delicious
  • The roasting process concentrates natural sweetness while the spices add warmth without overpowering
  • You can prep everything in one bowl and let the oven do the rest of the work
02 -
  • Dont overcrowd the baking sheet or the vegetables will steam instead of roast
  • The black pepper is essential because it activates turmeric and improves absorption
  • Stir halfway through to ensure even cooking and prevent burning on any single piece
03 -
  • Cut vegetables into similar sizes so they cook evenly and finish at the same time
  • Let the roasted vegetables sit for 5 minutes before serving to let the flavors settle
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