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Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Cauliflower

This recipe was created out of my desire to use up some vegetables before they turned. I like roasted sweet potatoes and roasted cauliflower, so I decided to combine the two. We  liked the final product so much that it has become a family favorite and shows up regularly on our menu.

Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Cauliflower

Ingredients:

5 small sweet potatoes, cut into bite size pieces
1 head of cauliflower, cut into florets
2 tablespoons of olive oil
1/4 teaspoon coriander
1/2 teaspoon paprika
2 teaspoons garlic powder
2 teaspoons onion powder
2 teaspoons parsley
3 dashes of coarse ground pepper

Directions:

Spread the sweet potato pieces and cauliflower florets on a greased cookie sheet.

Drizzle olive oil over the sweet potato and cauliflower. Toss to coat veggies. Sprinkle the spices over the sweet potato and cauliflower pieces.

Cook at 400 degrees for 30 minutes or until fork tender.

Though it may sound like an odd combination, we all loved the final product. What are the weirdest ingredients that you have combined in a dish?

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22 Responses to “Roasted Sweet Potatoes and Cauliflower”

  1. April@The 21st Century Housewife says:

    I really like the seasonings you've used, and also the idea of combining sweet potato with cauliflower. Roast veggies are always so yummy! I can't think of any weird combinations at the moment, but I did recently cook some heirloom cauliflower which was dark purple. That seemed very weird to me, but is sure did taste good!

  2. Christy says:

    I never think MY combo's are weird but I have to admit, making my way through all the Two for Tuesdays links I have stretched my culinary knowledge of what goes together! I love the sound of this – especially since it was born of "using up what we have". thanks for linking this to Two for Tuesdays!

  3. girlichef says:

    I think it sounds great…I can just imagine that natural sweetness that roasting cauliflower brings about…plus I adore sweet potatoes. So, YUM! I know I've had some crazy combos over the years…but I can't think of any (my brain…always does that to me). Thanks for sharing w/ T4T this week!

  4. Melinda says:

    I really do need to branch out and try roasting some veggies soon – they look so good!

  5. Laura says:

    This sounds and looks delicious! My kids have always eaten and loved vegetables (all of them), but they especially love them roasted. I like the mixture of spices; I usually just use oil, salt and pepper

    I've found too that roasting is a great way to use up vegetables that haven't turned, but are not in the most "perfect" condition.

  6. the clark clan says:

    Alea! Thanks so much for linking this up to the two for tuesday hop. I am just loving all the fall type dishes that are popping up. Roast ANY vegetable is a joy to me, but I havent ever used the sweet potato before, having always focused on the white. I am gonna try this! :) Alex@amoderatelife

  7. Butterpoweredbike says:

    Yes, yes, yes! Alea, you are speaking my language. This is my favorite way of cooking! Thank you for sharing this with T4T, it embodies the spirit of cooking which we love!

  8. jacobithegreat says:

    that looks delicious. *bookmarks*

  9. Adriel says:

    I'm trying to think what my most interesting food combo is, but my mind is blank. This is definitely interesting, but I'm sure it's delicious! =)

  10. Troy says:

    When I saw the picture, I thought this was cubed Cheddar and crumbled Feta cheese with herbs. I was all ready for a great herbed cheese appetizer recipe….

    Oh well….

  11. Alea says:

    Sorry to disappoint you Troy! : ) Your suggestion is inspiring!

  12. alicia says:

    Gonna bookmark this one for sure. Thanks so much for linkin up with tasty tuesdays!!

  13. SnoWhite says:

    sounds like a combination I'd enjoy!

  14. Couscous & Consciousness says:

    I love sweet potato and I also love cauliflower. Never thought of putting them together like this. Thanks for the suggestion.
    Sue

  15. Arnold says:

    I have eaten roasted sweet potato before but roasted cauliflower is something new for me. It does however look terrific and I am definitely going to try it. Thanks.

  16. Prairie Story says:

    I love roasting sweet potatoes with beets… I'll have to try cauliflower next time! BTW I have a recipe swap on my blog every Thursday! http://prairiestory.blogspot.com/

  17. Debbi Does Dinner Healthy says:

    I just roasted some cauliflower last night, it would have been great with sweet potatoes and this seasoning. Thanks!

  18. Porch Days says:

    I also like roasted cauliflower. Hadn't thought to combine it with sweet potato but it sounds good. Will definitely try this and share the recipe. Thanks.

  19. Cucee Sprouts says:

    What a vegetable this is. I love how versatile cauliflower is. I so tempted to try your recipe later this week (I have 3 heads of cauliflower waiting for me at home.) I will come back to your site and report on how your recipe turned out for sure! Would you like to take a look at my most recent cauliflower creation? http://cuceesprouts.com/2010/09/marinated-cauliflower-salad/

  20. Anonymous says:

    Finally, an issue that I am passionate about. I have looked for information of this caliber for the last several hours. Your site is greatly appreciated.

  21. Aunt B says:

    This looks delicious. Thank you for sharing the recipe.

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