Best 10 Melange Of Winter Vegetables Recipes

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When the cold winter months arrive, nothing is more comforting than a hearty and flavorful meal featuring a melange of winter vegetables. These vegetables, such as carrots, parsnips, turnips, and Brussels sprouts, are at their peak of flavor during the winter season, offering a symphony of colors, textures, and nutrients. Whether you're looking for a simple side dish or a main course that showcases the bounty of the season, there are numerous recipes that can transform these humble ingredients into a culinary masterpiece. From classic roasted vegetable medleys to creamy soups and stews, the possibilities are endless. Let's explore some of the best recipes that celebrate the flavors of winter vegetables.

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ROASTED WINTER VEGETABLES



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     side-dish

Time 55m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound carrots, peeled
1 pound parsnips, peeled
1 large sweet potato, peeled
1 small butternut squash, peeled and seeded (about 2 pounds)
3 tablespoons good olive oil
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons chopped flat-leaf parsley

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
  • Cut the carrots, parsnips, sweet potato, and butternut squash in 1 to 1 1/4-inch cubes. All the vegetables will shrink while baking, so don't cut them too small.
  • Place all the cut vegetables in a single layer on 2 baking sheets. Drizzle them with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Toss well. Bake for 25 to 35 minutes, until all the vegetables are tender, turning once with a metal spatula.
  • Sprinkle with parsley, season to taste, and serve hot.

ROASTED WINTER VEGETABLES



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Hearty yet still light, this recipe is the perfect side for roasted meats. And bonus: leftovers become a quick soup in the blender with a touch of stock.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Healthy Recipes     Gluten-Free Recipes

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for sheets
1 medium acorn squash, cut into 1-inch wedges
1 pound turnips, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
1 pound parsnips, peeled and halved lengthwise (quartered if large)
1/2 pound shallots, halved
1 head garlic, cloves broken apart and left unpeeled
Coarse salt and ground pepper
8 sprigs thyme

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Brush 2 large rimmed baking sheets with oil. In a large bowl, toss all vegetables with oil and season with salt and pepper. Divide vegetables between baking sheets. Top with thyme and roast until golden and tender, 30 to 35 minutes, rotating sheets and tossing vegetables halfway through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 151 g, Fat 6 g, Fiber 3 g, Protein 6 g

MELANGE OF WINTER VEGETABLES



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Categories     Onion     Vegetable     Side     Roast     Sauté     Vegetarian     High Fiber     Beet     Carrot     Turnip     Winter     Healthy     Gourmet

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 medium beets, scrubbed and trimmed, leaving about 1 inch of stems attached
9 baby turnips with tops, peeled and tops trimmed to 1/4 inch, or 3 medium turnips, peeled and cut into 6 wedges
18 baby carrots with tops, peeled and tops trimmed to 1/4 inch, or 3 large carrots, peeled and cut into 3- by 1/2-inch sticks
3/4 pound assorted red and yellow pearl onions (about 2 1/2 cups)
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 cup loosely packed fresh flat-leafed parsley leaves, washed well, dried, and chopped
freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°F.
  • Wrap beets tightly in foil and roast in middle of oven 1 to 1 1/2 hours, or until tender. Unwrap beets carefully and cool until they can be handled. Slip off and discard skins and stems. Cut each beet into 6 wedges. Beets may be prepared up to this point 1 day ahead and chilled, covered.
  • Have ready a large bowl of ice and cold water. In a large saucepan of salted boiling water blanch turnips 3 to 6 minutes (depending on size), or until barely tender, and transfer with a slotted spoon to ice water. Return water in pan to a boil and blanch carrots 5 minutes, or until barely tender. Transfer carrots with a slotted spoon to ice water and drain turnips and carrots in a colander. If using baby turnips, cut each in half.
  • Return water in pan to a boil and blanch onions 3 minutes, or until barely tender. Drain onions in another colander until cool enough to handle and peel. Vegetables may be prepared up to this point 1 day ahead, patted dry, and chilled, covered. Bring vegetables to room temperature before proceeding.
  • In a large non-stick skillet heat butter over moderately high heat until foam subsides and sauté turnips and carrots with pepper and salt to taste, stirring, until tender and golden, about 4 minutes. Transfer turnips and carrots with slotted spoon to a bowl and keep warm, covered. Add oil to skillet and heat over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking. Sauté onions with pepper and salt to taste, stirring, until tender and golden brown, about 4 minutes, and with slotted spoon add to turnip mixture. Stir parsley into vegetable mixture.
  • In oil remaining in skillet cook beets with pepper and salt to taste over moderate heat, stirring, until heated through.
  • Serve beets with other vegetables (but do not toss together).

MELANGE OF WINTER VEGETABLES



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Provided by Pierre Franey

Categories     dinner, easy, quick, side dish

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 sweet red peppers, about 1 1/4 pounds
1 zucchini, about 1 1/4 pounds
2 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
Salt to taste, if desired
Freshly ground pepper to taste
1 whole clove garlic, unpeeled and crushed

Steps:

  • Cut the peppers in half; discard the cores and veins. Cut the peppers into quarters, and cut the quarters into thin strips. There should be about 4 cups. Set aside.
  • Trim off the ends of the zucchini. Cut the zucchini crosswise into thirds, and then cut each third into very thin strips. There should be about 4 cups. Set aside.
  • Heat the butter and oil in a large, nonstick frying pan and add the peppers and zucchini. Sprinkle with cumin, salt and pepper. Add the garlic and cook about 2 minutes, or until vegetables are crisp-tender. Spoon onto a warm serving dish and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 143, UnsaturatedFat 5 grams, Carbohydrate 12 grams, Fat 10 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 688 milligrams, Sugar 8 grams, TransFat 0 grams

WINTER VEGETABLE GRATIN RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: parsnip, butternut squash, Yukon Gold potatoes, Kroger Brand Brussels Sprouts, heavy cream, parmesan cheese, fresh thyme, kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper, unsalted butter, garlic, large leek, gruyère cheese

Provided by Kroger

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 lb parsnip, peeled
1 lb butternut squash, neck only, peeled
1 lb Yukon Gold potatoes, scrubbed
½ lb Kroger Brand Brussels Sprouts, stemmed
2 ½ cups heavy cream, divided
6 oz parmesan cheese, finely grated
1 ½ teaspoons fresh thyme, divided
1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus more to taste
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 large leek, white part only, finely chopped
3 oz gruyère cheese, finely grated

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  • Thinly slice the parsnips, butternut squash, potatoes, and Kroger Brand Brussels Sprouts on a mandoline or with a very sharp knife. Transfer each vegetable to a separate medium bowl.
  • Add ½ cup cream, 1 ounce Parmesan cheese, 1 teaspoon thyme, ½ teaspoon salt, and ¼ teaspoon pepper to each bowl, and toss until the vegetables are well coated.
  • Grease a 3-quart baking dish on all sides with the butter. Pour the remaining ½ cup cream into the bottom of the baking dish. Stir in the garlic and leek until evenly distributed, then sprinkle with 1 ounce of Parmesan.
  • Arrange the sliced vegetable in the baking dish, alternating between vegetables, by stacking a few slices together and fanning out at an angle in the dish. Continue arranging in rows until the dish is filled, tucking smaller slices into any gaps. Sprinkle more salt and pepper and the remaining ounce of Parmesan over the top.
  • Cover the dish with foil, then bake for 25 minutes. Uncover and bake for another 20 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and the sauce has thickened. Cover again with foil if the top is browning too quickly.
  • Remove the gratin from the oven and top with the Gruyère cheese.
  • Turn the oven to broil. Return the gratin to the oven and broil for 3-5 minutes, or until browned and bubbling on top. Remove from the oven and let sit for 5-10 minutes.
  • Before serving, sprinkle with the remaining ½ teaspoon of thyme.
  • Enjoy!

ROASTED WINTER VEGETABLES WITH PEANUT SAUCE



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This is a divine variation on traditional roast vegies. I was particularly interested as my niece who visits loves satay sauces, so I have tried it in anticipation of her next visit - and it really does come up to expectations! I found this recipe in a recent edition of 'Grass Roots' magazine. I love roast vegies at the best of times, but this Peanut Sauce turns it into the main course!

Provided by Lorelle in Australia

Categories     Vegetable

Time 55m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 large parsnips, chopped coarsely
2 medium swedes, turnips, potatoes, carrots coarsely chopped
500 g baby beets, coarsely chopped
1 tablespoon peanut oil
1 medium brown onion, finely chopped
1 tablespoon finely grated fresh ginger
400 ml coconut milk
1 cup crunchy peanut butter
1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
1 tablespoon soy sauce

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 220°C Combine vegies with half the oil in a large baking dish. Bake uncovered in a hot oven for about 45 minutes, turning or until vegies are tender.
  • Meanwhile, heat the remaining oil in a small pan. Add the onion & ginger & cook, stirring, until soft. Add remaining ingredients & stir until hot.
  • Serve peanut sauce over the vegetables.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 695.9, Fat 57.5, SaturatedFat 25, Sodium 905.1, Carbohydrate 35.2, Fiber 10.2, Sugar 16.9, Protein 20.8

MELANGE OF VEGETABLES



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Provided by Pierre Franey

Categories     side dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 zucchini, about 1 pound, ends trimmed
2 yellow squash, about 1 pound, ends trimmed
1 large onion, about 1/2 pound, peeled
6 small tomatoes, about 3/4 pound, cored
1/2 pound fresh spinach
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon finely minced garlic
1 bay leaf
1 sprig fresh thyme or 1/2 teaspoon dried
Salt to taste if desired
Freshly ground pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Cut the zucchini and yellow squash lengthwise into quarters. Cut the pieces crosswise into 1/2-inch pieces. There should be about 3 1/2 cups of each vegetable.
  • Cut the onion into 1/2-inch or slightly smaller pieces. There should be about 2 cups.
  • Cut each tomato into quarters. Cut the quarters into 1/2-inch pieces. There should be about 2 1/2 cups.
  • Check the spinach to remove and discard any tough stems and blemished leaves. Rinse the spinach thoroughly and spin or pat dry.
  • Heat the oil in a skillet and add the garlic and onions. Cook, stirring occasionally, until onion is wilted.
  • Add the zucchini, yellow squash, bay leaf, thyme, salt and pepper and stir.
  • Cook about 5 minutes or slightly less and add the tomatoes. Cover and cook, stirring occasionally, about 10 minutes.
  • Add the spinach to the vegetables and stir. Cover and cook about 4 minutes.
  • Remove bay leaf and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 195, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams, Carbohydrate 24 grams, Fat 11 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 5 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 1019 milligrams, Sugar 7 grams

SLOW-ROASTED WINTER VEGETABLES



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This is a mixture my husband came up with using what we had on hand in the fall, and it became a favorite. The first effort for these slow-roasted vegetables was on the BBQ, but it works just as well in the oven. Tastes even better re-heated, and makes great addition to soups and pot pies.

Provided by Janis

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Sweet Potatoes

Time 2h10m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 medium butternut squash, chopped into 1/2-inch cubes
2 medium yams, chopped into 1/2-inch cubes
2 medium sweet potatoes, chopped into 1/2-inch cubes
2 medium parsnips, chopped into 1/2-inch cubes, or more to taste
4 medium carrots, chopped into 1/2-inch cubes, or more to taste
1 large turnip, chopped into 1/2-inch cubes
8 medium (blank)s fresh mushrooms, quartered, or more to taste
3 each shallots, roughly chopped
1 bulb garlic, cloves sliced lengthwise in half
2 sprigs fresh rosemary, coarsely chopped
1 teaspoon coarse sea salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ cup olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Place butternut squash, yams, sweet potatoes, parsnips, carrots, turnip, mushrooms, shallots, and garlic in a large bowl. Add rosemary, salt, and pepper. Toss until evenly mixed, then add oil and toss until coated. Pour into large baking pans so that the vegetables are no more than 1 1/2 inches deep.
  • Bake in the preheated oven, tossing and scraping the bottom every 30 minutes, until vegetables are very tender, at least 90 minutes; longer is better.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 246.8 calories, Carbohydrate 49.6 g, Fat 5 g, Fiber 8.3 g, Protein 4.3 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 207.3 mg, Sugar 7.5 g

RUSS'S VEGETABLE MELANGE



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My husband Russ has been making this lately when we have odd veg in the fridge. I think he's almost got it right as his one was great. We actually planned to make coleslaw, but the weather turned cold and we had to re-think dinner. This was great with roast chicken. The last time he made this, he used leek instead of onion. Feel free to vary the veg.

Provided by JustJanS

Categories     Vegetable

Time 30m

Yield 2-4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 tablespoon oil
1 onion, thinly sliced
1 carrot, cut into thin coins
1/4 small cabbage, shredded finely
2 stalks celery, sliced thinly
1/2 red bell pepper, cut into thin strips
1/2 cup cream
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
fresh ground black pepper
salt
1/4 cup parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Heat the oil in a large pan over medium heat, Add the vegetables and toss well, then cover until cooked and tender but not mushy (about 8 minutes). Stir every couple of minutes.
  • Add the cream and mustard and bring back to a simmer. Cook for a couple of minutes more, then remove from the heat, sprinkle over the parmesan, season to taste, stir then serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 360.5, Fat 29.3, SaturatedFat 14.7, Cholesterol 77.3, Sodium 310.8, Carbohydrate 18.9, Fiber 5, Sugar 9.2, Protein 8.8

WINTER VEGETABLE MEDLEY



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I peel and cut the veggies early, then refrigerate them in a resealable storage bag. Baking up this dish is a snap.-Nancy Brown, Dahinda, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 55m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 pound fresh Brussels sprouts, halved
1/2 pound parsnips, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1/2 pound fresh baby carrots
1 medium sweet potato, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
2 medium red potatoes, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
2 medium white potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1/2 cup butter, melted
1-1/2 teaspoons rubbed sage
2 garlic cloves, minced

Steps:

  • Place vegetables in a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. In a small bowl, combine the butter, sage and garlic; drizzle over vegetables. Cover and bake at 375° for 40-50 minutes or until tender.

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Tips:

  • Choose fresh, seasonal vegetables. Winter vegetables are at their peak flavor during the colder months, so take advantage of the bounty. Look for vegetables that are brightly colored and free of blemishes.
  • Roast vegetables to enhance their flavor. Roasting vegetables brings out their natural sweetness and caramelizes their edges. To roast vegetables, simply toss them with olive oil, salt, and pepper, and roast them in a preheated oven until they are tender and browned.
  • Use a variety of cooking methods. Don't just roast vegetables; try sautéing, stir-frying, or grilling them. This will give you a variety of textures and flavors to enjoy.
  • Add herbs and spices to taste. Herbs and spices can help to enhance the flavor of winter vegetables. Some good options include rosemary, thyme, sage, garlic, and chili powder.
  • Serve vegetables as a side dish or main course. Winter vegetables can be served as a side dish to meat or fish, or they can be used as the main course of a meal. They can also be used in soups, stews, and casseroles.

Conclusion:

Winter vegetables are a delicious and healthy way to warm up during the colder months. They are packed with nutrients and antioxidants, and they can be prepared in a variety of ways. So next time you're looking for a healthy and satisfying meal, reach for some winter vegetables. You won't be disappointed.

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