Roasted Chili Sweet Potato with Sauteed Beet Greens
Crispy roasted sweet potato rounds and butternut squash seasoned with chili powder, cumin, and oregano, paired with sauteed beet greens, mushrooms, and caramelized red onion. A colorful, spiced vegetable side dish that combines roasting and pan-cooking for contrasting textures.
Ingredients
- 1 medium sweet potato, sliced into 1/4-inch rounds, sliced
- ½ cup butternut squash, sliced into 1/4-inch chunks, sliced
- ½ teaspoon extra-virgin olive oilavocado oil1:1neutral oil
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- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- ¼ teaspoon ground cumin
- ¼ teaspoon oregano
- ½ teaspoon extra-virgin olive oilavocado oil1:1neutral oil
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- ½ red onion, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, chopped
- ½ cup mushrooms, portobello, chopped
- 4 cups beet greens, choppedSwiss chard or kale1:1leafy green
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- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
- sea salt(optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 400F.
- 2
Coat sweet potato rounds and butternut squash chunks with oil and spices. Arrange on a cookie sheet and roast for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until browned.
- 3
Heat oil in a cast iron pan over medium-high heat. Add red onion, garlic, and mushrooms. Saute for 8-10 minutes until soft.
- 4
Add beet greens and onion powder. Stir to coat in onion mixture, cover, and cook over low heat for 1-2 minutes until greens soften.
- 5
Serve roasted vegetables and greens together on a plate. Top with sea salt to taste.
Tips
Flip sweet potatoes and squash halfway through roasting to ensure even browning on both sides.
Use a cast iron pan for even heat distribution when sauteing the greens mixture.
Chop beet greens roughly; they will reduce significantly when cooked.
Good to Know
Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Reheat gently to avoid overcooking the greens.
Prepare all ingredients (slice vegetables, chop greens and garlic) up to 1 day ahead. Store separately.
Serve warm as a vegetable side dish. Pairs well with grains or legumes.
Common Mistakes
Do not skip flipping the sweet potatoes to avoid uneven browning and soft spots.
Do not overcook the greens to avoid turning them into mush.
Do not crowd the roasting pan to allow proper air circulation and browning.
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General Alternatives
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