Sweet Potato & Green Bean Tray Bake: Easy & Delicious Recipe
This Sweet Potato & Green Bean Tray Bake is a simple, flavorful recipe perfect for a healthy weeknight dinner or side dish. Roasted sweet potatoes and crisp-tender green beans are seasoned with garlic, onion, smoked paprika, and finished with a fresh lemon drizzle and optional Parmesan cheese for an extra savory touch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Total Time: 35-40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 3 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and diced into 1-inch pieces
- 1 pound green beans, ends trimmed
Seasonings
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
Optional
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) to ensure it’s hot enough for roasting the vegetables to tender and golden perfection.
- Prepare the Vegetables: In a large bowl, combine the peeled and diced sweet potatoes with the trimmed green beans, creating an even mix of both vegetables.
- Season the Vegetables: Drizzle the olive oil over the sweet potatoes and green beans, then sprinkle the garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and freshly ground pepper. Mix thoroughly to coat every piece evenly with the seasoning.
- Arrange on Baking Sheet: Spread the seasoned vegetables out evenly on a large baking sheet, making sure they are in a single layer for even roasting.
- Roast the Vegetables: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway through to promote even cooking and browning. The sweet potatoes should be soft and golden.
- Add Final Touches: Remove the tray from the oven and immediately drizzle with freshly squeezed lemon juice to add a bright, zesty finish.
- Optional Parmesan Finish: Sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the hot vegetables if desired, allowing it to slightly melt before serving.
Notes
- You can substitute smoked paprika with regular paprika if unavailable, but it changes the smoky flavor profile.
- For a vegan option, omit the Parmesan cheese or use a dairy-free alternative.
- Make sure to spread the vegetables in a single layer to ensure they roast properly without steaming.
- Sweet potatoes can be swapped with butternut squash or carrots for variation.
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