How-to Make Perfectly Roasted Vegetables {+ Video} | Tasty Yummies

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 425° F. Allow the oven to fully preheat. Arrange your rack in the middle position.

Step 2

Wash and adequately pat dry the vegetables (dried vegetables will roast much better, so be sure to limit moisture). Peel if desired/needed and chop or slice into fairly uniform pieces.

Step 3

Arrange the vegetables in a single layer on the baking sheet, being mindful not to crowd the pan. Crowded vegetables will not roast but rather will end up steaming.

Step 4

Drizzle or brush the vegetables with olive oil (or other oil of your choice) and toss well to coat evenly.

Step 5

Season with salt, freshly ground black pepper, and herbs and or spices, if desired.

Step 6

Roast in the preheated oven for the appropriate time (see above suggested times), check and stir halfway through cooking.

Step 7

Roast until the vegetables reach your desired degree of doneness and caramelization. Pierce with a knife or fork to determine that tenderness.

Step 8

Serve immediately.