Heart-Healthy Thanksgiving Roasted Vegetables

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- Last Updated: 11/20/2025
Thanksgiving is a time to gather around a table, celebrate with loved ones and enjoy seasonal flavors. At Covenant Health, we believe these moments deserve food that is both comforting and nourishing.
This roasted vegetable medley is the perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors, free from added sugars and artificial ingredients. It is vegan, gluten free and heart healthy, making it a festive side dish everyone can enjoy.

Why It’s Heart Healthy
- Root vegetables, like carrots and sweet potatoes, are rich in nutrients that support healthy blood pressure and cholesterol levels.
- Cauliflower contains antioxidants that lower inflammation and protect the heart and blood vessels.
- Olive oil is a source of monounsaturated fat, also called “healthy fat”, that helps lower cholesterol and reduce the risk of heart disease.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 3-4 carrots
- 1 sweet potato
- 1 red onion
- 1 bunch of radishes
- ½ head cauliflower
- ½ cup olive oil
- 1 ½ teaspoons salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2-3 rosemary sprigs
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425° F.
- Chop all vegetables into ¼-inch pieces for even roasting.
- In a large bowl, mix the vegetables with olive oil, salt, pepper and garlic until well coated.
- Spread the mixture evenly on a baking pan.
- Roast for 20 minutes, then flip the vegetables. Sprinkle with rosemary and roast for another 10-15 minutes or until golden and tender.
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Covenant Health
Headquartered in Knoxville, Tennessee, Covenant Health is a not-for-profit, community-owned, healthcare enterprise committed to providing the right care at the right time and place. Covenant Health is the area’s largest employer and has more than 11,000 compassionate caregivers, expert clinicians, and dedicated employees and volunteers.