Roasted Crispy Sweet Potato and Brussels Sprouts

Prep: 15 min4 servingsmedium
Roasted Crispy Sweet Potato and Brussels Sprouts

Sheet pan roasted Brussels sprouts and sweet potato cubes tossed with coconut oil, cumin, and garlic, then topped with toasted hemp seeds. Vegetables roast until tender with caramelized edges, finished with fresh thyme for aromatic depth. A nutritious, vegan-friendly side dish ready in under 45 minutes.

Ingredients

4 servings
  • 1 lb Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
  • 1 large sweet potato, peeled and cut into small cubes
  • 3 tbsp coconut oil, melted
    olive oil1:1neutral

    neutral oil with lower smoke point

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  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 2 cloves garlic, smashed
  • 1 tsp Himalayan pink sea salt
  • 3 tbsp hemp seeds
    sunflower seeds1:1neutral

    similar texture and nutrition

  • 1 sprig fresh thyme
    dried thyme1:3herb

    use less, more concentrated

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Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 400°F.

  2. 2

    Trim and halve Brussels sprouts. Peel and cut sweet potato into small cubes.

  3. 3

    In a large bowl, combine Brussels sprouts and sweet potato cubes. Add melted coconut oil, cumin, smashed garlic, and salt. Toss until all vegetables are evenly coated.

  4. 4

    Spread vegetables in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Place thyme sprig on top.

  5. 5

    Roast for 30-35 minutes until tender and crispy, stirring halfway through.

  6. 6

    During the last 5 minutes, sprinkle hemp seeds over vegetables to toast.

  7. 7

    Remove from oven, discard thyme sprig, and transfer to serving dish. Serve immediately.

Tips

Tip 1

Stir vegetables halfway through roasting for even browning and crisping.

Tip 2

Add hemp seeds in the final 5 minutes to prevent burning while allowing them to toast.

Good to Know

Storage

Keep in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a 350°F oven until warmed through.

Make Ahead

Prepare and measure ingredients up to 1 day in advance. Toss vegetables with oil and seasonings up to 2 hours before roasting.

Serve With

Serve as a side dish with roasted proteins or grain bowls. Works well at room temperature for meal prep.

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Common Mistakes

Watch

Do not skip stirring halfway through to avoid uneven roasting and burnt edges.

Watch

Add hemp seeds in the final 5 minutes to avoid charring them during cooking.

Substitutions

coconut oil
olive oil1:1neutral

neutral oil with lower smoke point

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hemp seeds
sunflower seeds1:1neutral

similar texture and nutrition

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hemp seeds
pumpkin seeds1:1neutral

slightly earthier flavor

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fresh thyme
dried thyme1:3herb

use less, more concentrated

Full guide →
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