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19 Roasted Dishes That Make Simple Ingredients Shine

Published: Sep 21, 2025 by Janelle This post may contain affiliate links - read my disclaimer for full details... Leave a Comment

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A good roast can turn everyday ingredients into something memorable. It’s all about the crispy edges, tender centers, and flavors that get better with each bite. These 19 roasted recipes bring that magic to your kitchen with no-fuss prep and big rewards. From hearty mains to flavorful sides, there’s something here for every taste.

Roasted Potatoes and Green Beans

Roasted Potatoes and Green Beans with parsley, salt, and pepper.
Roasted Potatoes and Green Beans. Photo credit: Lara Clevenger.

Roasted potatoes and green beans make for a delicious and easy side dish! Complex carbs and a starch, all you need to do is add your favorite protein! These roasted vegetables are vegan and gluten-free!
Get the Recipe: Roasted Potatoes and Green Beans

Best Roasted Potato Salad

Best Roasted Potato Salad. Photo credit: MOON and spoon and yum.

A vibrant and flavorful roasted potato salad with fresh herbs, a delightful homemade dressing, and pistachios for a bit of crunch.
Get the Recipe: Best Roasted Potato Salad

Delicious Roasted Cabbage Steaks

Delicious Roasted Cabbage Steaks. Photo credit: MOON and spoon and yum.

Enjoy delicious roasted cabbage steaks any time of the week! Tender, bursting with flavor, and with minimal prep time, my easy-to-follow recipe will leave you with a delightful side dish or an amazing vegetable main that’s perfect for weekday meals.
Get the Recipe: Delicious Roasted Cabbage Steaks

Cinnamon Roasted Almonds

An overhead image of cinnamon roasted almonds in a jar.
Cinnamon Roasted Almonds. Photo credit: The Honour System.

This Cinnamon Roasted Almonds recipe is perfect for holiday parties or homemade Christmas gifts! Sweetened with maple and cinnamon sugar, they are a sweet and crunchy treat.
Get the Recipe: Cinnamon Roasted Almonds

Zucchini Pizza Bites

An overhead image of Zucchini Pizza Bites on a baking tray.
Zucchini Pizza Bites. Photo credit: The Honour System.

These Zucchini Pizza Bites are the healthier, and low-carb alternative to a classic slice. Just four main ingredients are needed to make them!
Get the Recipe: Zucchini Pizza Bites

Roasted Garlic Butter

Roasted garlic butter on a white butter plate with a decorative silver knife.
Roasted Garlic Butter. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

Mellow, sweet, savory Roasted Garlic Butter is delicious spread on toast, pasta, roasted vegetables and meats, mixed into sauces, or on grilled steak, chicken, or fish, and perfect to add to a charcuterie or cheese board with a good baguette
Get the Recipe: Roasted Garlic Butter

Roasted Half Chicken

Two roasted chicken halves on a white platter with lemon and parsley.
Roasted Half Chicken. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

This simple and delicious roast half chicken recipe has tender, juicy meat and crisp skin seasoned with garlic and thyme. It's a wonderful homecooked meal that everyone will enjoy.
Get the Recipe: Roasted Half Chicken

Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Almonds and Feta

A bowl of roasted brussels sprouts.
Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Almonds and Feta. Photo credit: Renee Nicole's Kitchen.

An easy side dish worthy of a spot on the holiday dinner table, these Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Almonds and Feta are simply delicious. With just 7 ingredients, they have a flavor that's sour, sweet, cheesy, and loved by all.
Get the Recipe: Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Almonds and Feta

Breakfast Potatoes

Breakfast potatoes with parsley on a wooden cutting board.
Breakfast Potatoes. Photo credit: Splash of Taste.

Whether you're planning a lazy Sunday brunch or a festive holiday breakfast, this Breakfast Potatoes recipe is quick, easy, and delicious.
Get the Recipe: Breakfast Potatoes

Pineapple Habanero Salsa

A bowl of pineapple habanero salsa surrounded by cilantro, limes, and a red linen sit on a wooden cutting board.
Pineapple Habanero Salsa. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

This pineapple habanero salsa recipe uses roasted tomatoes, onion, habanero peppers, and pineapple to create a wonderfully sweet and hot condiment perfect for a dip with chips, a meal topper, or mixed into a Mexican dish.
Get the Recipe: Pineapple Habanero Salsa

Roasted Mango Habanero Salsa

Roasted mango habanero salsa on a wooden cutting board surrounded by lime and cilantro.
Roasted Mango Habanero Salsa. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

This juicy, roasted mango habanero salsa recipe is a perfect combination of sweet and spicy. Roasted tomatoes and onion, fresh mango, fiery habanero peppers, lime juice, and cilantro combine to create a spicy salsa delicious on everything from tacos to chips!
Get the Recipe: Roasted Mango Habanero Salsa

Serrano Salsa with Lime

A bowl of serrano salsa is shown with limes, chips, cilantro, and a red linen.
Serrano Salsa with Lime. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

This authentic spicy serrano salsa recipe has roasted serrano peppers, onions, garlic, cilantro, and lime for a tangy, delicious condiment perfect for everything from tacos to breakfast and more!
Get the Recipe: Serrano Salsa with Lime

Parmesan Potatoes

A plate of parmesan potatoes is served with a small ramekin filled with creamy dipping sauce.
Parmesan Potatoes. Photo credit: Quick Prep Recipes.

Oven-roasted parmesan potatoes are proof that the best things in life come in small packages. These tender buttery baby potatoes inside a golden crispy, cheesy parmesan crust sound too good to be true, but you can actually whip them up in your kitchen in just 45 minutes. Proceed with caution, because these parmesan potatoes are totally addicting, especially when dipped in flavorful sour cream! 
Get the Recipe: Parmesan Potatoes

Roasted Honey Glazed Carrots

Red, yellow, and orange honey glazed carrots on a slate board.
Roasted Honey Glazed Carrots. Photo credit: Renee Nicole's Kitchen.

Roasted Honey Glazed Carrots are a sweet and savory treat that can be enjoyed in just 25 minutes. The natural sweetness of carrots is enhanced with a honey glaze, accentuated by a touch of thyme. Their roasted texture is both tender and slightly crisp, providing a delightful balance to the palate.
Get the Recipe: Roasted Honey Glazed Carrots

Roast Chicken with Orange Butter

Christmas Roast Chicken on a white platter with halved oranges and fresh herbs.
Roast Chicken with Orange Butter. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

This roast chicken recipe has crispy skin dusted with warm spices, a fragrant orange butter, and juicy, tender meat.
Get the Recipe: Roast Chicken with Orange Butter

Turkey Bacon Wrapped Asparagus

Closeup side view shot of turkey bacon wrapped asparagus bundles in a green dish.
Turkey Bacon Wrapped Asparagus. Photo credit: Two Cloves Kitchen.

This turkey bacon wrapped asparagus recipe is an easy, delicious, versatile side dish for any meal. With its salty, crispy turkey bacon and tender, sweet asparagus, you'll be making this dish on repeat!
Get the Recipe: Turkey Bacon Wrapped Asparagus

Texas Glazed Pecans

An overhead image of a small dish of texas glazed pecans.
Texas Glazed Pecans. Photo credit: The Honour System.

This Texas Glazed Pecans recipe combines buttery pecans with a sweet and salty glaze, infused with a hint of Texas-style heat. A crunchy and irresistible treat that is perfect for snacking, gifting, or adding a sweet and spicy twist to salads and desserts.
Get the Recipe: Texas Glazed Pecans

Buttermilk Brined Turkey

A buttermilk brined roasted surrounded by festive holiday side dishes.
Buttermilk Brined Turkey. Photo credit: Renee Nicole's Kitchen.

Buttermilk brined turkey combines rosemary, thyme, and sage with tangy buttermilk for a deliciously moist and tender Thanksgiving turkey.
Get the Recipe: Buttermilk Brined Turkey

Honey Garlic Carrots

Honey garlic carrots in a black dish.
Honey Garlic Carrots. Photo credit: Renee Nicole's Kitchen.

Honey Garlic Carrots offer a quick, 25-minute side dish with a flavor that's both sweet and savory. Honey and garlic create a sticky glaze that coats the carrots, resulting in a glossy finish with a robust taste. This simple yet flavorful dish is sure to be a crowd-pleaser with its appealing combination of flavors.
Get the Recipe: Honey Garlic Carrots

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