35 Easy Root Vegetable Dish Recipes You Need to Try Now

Root vegetables are an underrated powerhouse of nutrients and flavors. They’re versatile, easy to cook with, and can be turned into some of the most delicious dishes you’ll ever taste. Plus, they’re a great way to add more wholesome ingredients to your diet.

Today, I’m excited to share 35 Easy Root Vegetable Dish Recipes You Need to Try Now. Whether you’re a seasoned home cook or a newbie in the kitchen, these recipes are simple to whip up and guaranteed to impress. Let's dive right in and uncover the magic these grounded gems have to offer!

1. Roasted Carrot and Parsnip Medley

Who knew carrots and parsnips could be so luxurious? This medley is sweet, savory, and perfect for any meal.

Ingredients:

• 4 large carrots, peeled and sliced
• 4 large parsnips, peeled and sliced
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Toss the sliced carrots and parsnips in olive oil, thyme, salt, and pepper.
3. Spread them on a baking sheet in a single layer.
4. Roast for 25-30 minutes or until tender and golden brown, flipping halfway through.

2. Sweet Potato Fries

Forget fast food! These homemade sweet potato fries are crispy, salty, and the perfect side.

Ingredients:

• 2 large sweet potatoes
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp paprika
• Salt to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
2. Slice the sweet potatoes into thin fries.
3. Toss with olive oil, paprika, and salt.
4. Spread them on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, turning halfway through.

3. Turnip and Potato Mash

Elevate your mashed potatoes with the addition of turnips. This dish is creamy and flavorful.

Ingredients:

• 3 large potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 2 large turnips, peeled and cubed
• 1/4 cup milk
• 2 tbsp butter
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Boil potatoes and turnips in a pot of salted water until tender, about 15 minutes.
2. Drain and mash them with milk, butter, salt, and pepper.

4. Beet and Goat Cheese Salad

This vibrant salad is a feast for the eyes and the taste buds, combining earthy beets with creamy goat cheese.

Ingredients:

• 4 medium beets, boiled and diced
• 1/2 cup crumbled goat cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped walnuts
• 2 cups mixed greens
• Balsamic vinaigrette

Instructions:

1. Toss the mixed greens with balsamic vinaigrette.
2. Top with diced beets, goat cheese, and walnuts.

5. Rutabaga Gratin

This rich and cheesy gratin is a fantastic way to enjoy rutabagas.

Ingredients:

• 2 large rutabagas, peeled and thinly sliced
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup shredded Gruyere cheese
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Layer the rutabaga slices in a baking dish.
3. Mix heavy cream, Gruyere cheese, garlic, salt, and pepper.
4. Pour over the rutabagas and bake for 45 minutes until golden and bubbly.

6. Garlic Roasted Radishes

Roasting radishes brings out a mild sweetness that’s simply irresistible.

Ingredients:

• 1 bunch radishes, halved
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Toss radishes with olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper.
3. Spread on a baking sheet and roast 15-20 minutes, shaking the pan halfway through.

7. Carrot Ginger Soup

This warm and comforting soup is perfect for chilly days, with a zesty kick from the ginger.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb carrots, peeled and sliced
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp minced ginger
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Sauté onion, garlic, and ginger in a pot until tender.
2. Add carrots and broth, bring to a boil.
3. Simmer until carrots are soft, then blend until smooth.
4. Season with salt and pepper.

8. Sweet Potato and Black Bean Tacos

A tasty vegetarian taco filling made with sweet potatoes and black beans.

Ingredients:

• 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp cumin
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 8 small tortillas

Instructions:

1. Sauté sweet potatoes and onion in olive oil until tender.
2. Add black beans, cumin, salt, and pepper.
3. Serve in tortillas.

9. Horseradish Mashed Potatoes

Add a kick to your classic mashed potatoes with horseradish.

Ingredients:

• 4 large potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 1/4 cup butter
• 1/2 cup milk
• 2 tbsp prepared horseradish
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Boil potatoes until tender, about 15 minutes.
2. Drain and mash with butter, milk, horseradish, salt, and pepper.

10. Glazed Carrots

These sweet and shiny carrots are an elegant side dish.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb carrots, peeled and sliced
• 2 tbsp honey
• 2 tbsp butter
• Salt to taste

Instructions:

1. Cook carrots in boiling water until tender, about 5 minutes.
2. Drain and toss with honey, butter, and salt.

11. Celery Root Slaw

A crunchy and refreshing slaw featuring celery root.

Ingredients:

• 1 celery root, peeled and grated
• 1 carrot, grated
• 1/4 cup mayo
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Mix grated celery root and carrot with mayo and vinegar.
2. Season with salt and pepper.

12. Baked Parsnip Chips

Healthy and crispy parsnip chips make the perfect snack.

Ingredients:

• 3 large parsnips, peeled and thinly sliced
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• Salt to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Toss parsnip slices with olive oil and salt.
3. Arrange on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes until crispy.

13. Garlic Mashed Turnips

Garlic lends a savory note to these creamy mashed turnips.

Ingredients:

• 4 large turnips, peeled and cubed
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup butter
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Boil turnips and garlic in salted water until tender.
2. Drain and mash with butter, salt, and pepper.

14. Roasted Beet Hummus

A beautiful and vibrant twist on classic hummus.

Ingredients:

• 2 medium beets, roasted and diced
• 1 can chickpeas, drained
• 1/4 cup tahini
• 2 cloves garlic
• Juice of 1 lemon
• Salt to taste

Instructions:

1. Blend beets, chickpeas, tahini, garlic, lemon juice, and salt until smooth.

15. Sweet Potato Casserole

This sweet and savory casserole is a holiday favorite.

Ingredients:

• 4 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 1/4 cup butter
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1 cup mini marshmallows
• Salt to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Boil sweet potatoes until tender, mash with butter, brown sugar, and salt.
3. Spread in a baking dish, top with marshmallows, and bake until golden.

16. Carrot and Rutabaga Salad

This refreshing salad is a great way to enjoy raw root vegetables.

Ingredients:

• 2 large carrots, grated
• 1 rutabaga, grated
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Toss grated carrots and rutabaga with olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.

17. Mashed Sweet Potatoes

These sweet potatoes are creamy and comforting.

Ingredients:

• 4 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 1/4 cup butter
• 1/2 cup milk
• Salt to taste

Instructions:

1. Boil sweet potatoes until tender, about 15 minutes.
2. Drain and mash with butter, milk, and salt.

18. Parsnip Soup

Warm up with this silky smooth parsnip soup.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb parsnips, peeled and cubed
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 cups chicken broth
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Sauté onion and garlic until tender.
2. Add parsnips and broth, bring to a boil.
3. Simmer until parsnips are soft, then blend until smooth.
4. Season with salt and pepper.

19. Roasted Sunchokes

Enjoy the nutty and sweet flavors of roasted sunchokes.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb sunchokes, scrubbed and halved
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Toss sunchokes with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
3. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes until tender.

20. Carrot and Sweet Potato Soup

This hearty soup is packed with flavor and nutrients.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb carrots, peeled and sliced
• 1 large sweet potato, peeled and cubed
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Sauté onion and garlic until tender.
2. Add carrots, sweet potato, and broth, bring to a boil.
3. Simmer until vegetables are tender, then blend until smooth.
4. Season with salt and pepper.

21. Turnip and Apple Slaw

The combination of turnips and apples in this slaw is simply delightful.

Ingredients:

• 2 turnips, peeled and grated
• 2 apples, grated
• 1/4 cup mayo
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Mix grated turnips and apples with mayo and vinegar.
2. Season with salt and pepper.

22. Candied Sweet Potatoes

These sweet and sticky sweet potatoes are a total treat.

Ingredients:

• 4 large sweet potatoes, peeled and sliced
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup butter
• 1 tsp cinnamon

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Arrange sweet potato slices in a baking dish.
3. Melt butter and mix with brown sugar and cinnamon.
4. Pour over sweet potatoes and bake for 45 minutes until tender.

23. Beet Carpaccio

This elegant and simple dish showcases the natural beauty of beets.

Ingredients:

• 4 medium beets, boiled and thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• Juice of 1 lemon
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Arrange beet slices on a plate.
2. Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice.
3. Season with salt and pepper.

24. Parsnip and Carrot Latkes

These crispy latkes are a twist on the traditional potato version.

Ingredients:

• 2 large parsnips, grated
• 2 large carrots, grated
• 1 egg
• 2 tbsp flour
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil

Instructions:

1. Mix grated parsnips and carrots with egg, flour, salt, and pepper.
2. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat.
3. Drop spoonfuls of the mixture into the oil, flattening slightly.
4. Cook until golden brown on both sides.

25. Sweet Potato and Kale Hash

A hearty and nutritious hash that’s perfect for breakfast or dinner.

Ingredients:

• 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 1 bunch kale, chopped
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Sauté onion in olive oil until tender.
2. Add sweet potatoes and cook until nearly tender.
3. Add kale and cook until wilted.
4. Season with salt and pepper.

26. Turnip Gratin

Turnips shine in this creamy and cheesy gratin.

Ingredients:

• 2 large turnips, peeled and thinly sliced
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Layer turnip slices in a baking dish.
3. Mix heavy cream, cheddar cheese, garlic, salt, and pepper.
4. Pour over the turnips and bake for 45 minutes until golden and bubbly.

27. Beet and Orange Salad

This refreshing salad pairs the earthiness of beets with the brightness of oranges.

Ingredients:

• 4 medium beets, boiled and diced
• 2 oranges, segmented
• 1/4 cup chopped mint
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Toss beets, oranges, and mint with olive oil.
2. Season with salt and pepper.

28. Sweet Potato and Black Bean Chili

A hearty and flavorful chili made with sweet potatoes and black beans.

Ingredients:

• 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp chili powder
• 4 cups vegetable broth
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Sauté onion and garlic until tender.
2. Add sweet potatoes, black beans, chili powder, and broth.
3. Bring to a boil, then simmer until sweet potatoes are tender.
4. Season with salt and pepper.

29. Roasted Parsnip and Carrot Soup

This comforting soup is made with roasted parsnips and carrots for a deep, rich flavor.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb carrots, peeled and sliced
• 1 lb parsnips, peeled and sliced
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 onion, diced
• 4 cups chicken broth
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Toss carrots and parsnips with olive oil and roast for 25-30 minutes.
3. Sauté onion until tender.
4. Add roasted vegetables and broth, bring to a boil.
5. Simmer until vegetables are soft, then blend until smooth.
6. Season with salt and pepper.

30. Radish and Butter Sandwich

A simple yet delicious sandwich featuring radishes and butter.

Ingredients:

• 1 bunch radishes, thinly sliced
• 4 slices bread
• 1/4 cup softened butter
• Salt to taste

Instructions:

1. Spread butter on the bread slices.
2. Top with radish slices and sprinkle with salt.

31. Sweet Potato Pancakes

These fluffy pancakes are made with sweet potatoes for extra nutrition.

Ingredients:

• 1 large sweet potato, peeled and grated
• 1 cup flour
• 1 tbsp baking powder
• 1 tbsp sugar
• 1 cup milk
• 1 egg
• 2 tbsp melted butter
• Salt to taste

Instructions:

1. Mix grated sweet potato, flour, baking powder, sugar, milk, egg, melted butter, and salt.
2. Pour batter onto a hot griddle and cook until bubbles form, then flip and cook until golden brown.

32. Caramelized Shallots and Beets

A beautiful side dish featuring caramelized shallots and beets.

Ingredients:

• 4 medium beets, boiled and sliced
• 4 shallots, thinly sliced
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Sauté shallots in olive oil until caramelized.
2. Add sliced beets and balsamic vinegar.
3. Cook until beets are heated through.
4. Season with salt and pepper.

33. Sweet Potato and Chickpea Buddha Bowl

A nutritious and satisfying bowl with sweet potatoes and chickpeas.

Ingredients:

• 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
• 1 can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
• 1 avocado, sliced
• 2 cups spinach
• 1/4 cup tahini
• 2 tbsp lemon juice
• Salt to taste

Instructions:

1. Roast sweet potatoes at 400°F (200°C) until tender, about 25 minutes.
2. Arrange sweet potatoes, chickpeas, avocado, and spinach in a bowl.
3. Drizzle with tahini and lemon juice.
4. Season with salt.

34. Carrot and Ginger Muffins

These moist and flavorful muffins are perfect for breakfast or a snack.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup grated carrots
• 1/2 cup grated ginger
• 1 1/2 cups flour
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup vegetable oil
• 2 eggs
• 1 tsp baking powder
• 1 tsp baking soda
• Salt to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Mix carrots, ginger, flour, sugar, oil, eggs, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. Pour batter into muffin tins and bake for 20-25 minutes.

35. Roasted Root Vegetable Medley

A simple, yet delicious mix of roasted root vegetables perfect for any dinner table.

Ingredients:

• 2 large carrots, peeled and chopped
• 2 parsnips, peeled and chopped
• 1 large sweet potato, peeled and chopped
• 1 turnip, peeled and chopped
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp dried rosemary
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Toss all chopped vegetables with olive oil, rosemary, salt, and pepper.
3. Spread them out on a baking sheet in a single layer.
4. Roast for 30-35 minutes, stirring halfway through, until vegetables are tender and golden brown.

Conclusion

These 35 easy root vegetable recipes have added a delightful variety to my meals. From hearty soups and crispy snacks to elegant sides and satisfying mains, root veggies bring a depth of flavor that's unmatched. I hope you try some of these recipes and discover just how versatile and delicious root vegetables can be. Enjoy cooking!