Sheet pan dinner sounds like a win for everyone. Especially veggie lovers. This plant-based tray of goodness is oil free and easy to make. Take advantage of the season and roast up all of your faves all at once. This sheet pan dinner includes:
- Brussels Sprouts
- Rainbow Carrots
- Purple Yam
- Sweet Potatoes
- Apples
- Onions
Why A Sheet Pan Dinner Makes Sense
Dinner doesn’t have to be a chore. I appreciate the ability to toss everything in the oven all at once. That means I can do something else while the food is cooking. The sheet pan is the perfect place to test out your cooking skills. Why? Because you don’t really have to do any cooking! lol. Once you cut your veggies and fruits, it’s a wrap. You are a genius!
This Sheet Pan Dinner Is Vegan Approved!
This sheet pan dinner is made with vegetables and fruit. Everything roasts up lovely and no olive oil or butter is required. You absolutely can have a full and satisfying dinner with plate full of these roasted veggies. Each one offers a good amount of fiber and nutrients.
Take a closer look at the vegetables and fruit on this tray.
- Brussels Sprouts: Cell protective antioxidants, Vitamin C and K, Fiber
- Rainbow Carrots: Anti-inflammatory, Eye Health Supportive
- Purple Yam: Fiber, Cancer Fighting Anthocyanins, Potassium
- Sweet Potatoes: Supports Lower Blood Sugar, Blood Pressure and Cholesterol
- Apples: Healthy Digestion, Brain Supportive, Heart Healthy
- Onions: Supportive Gut and Bone Health, Anti-Bacterial
Plant-Based Nutrition for the Win!
When I first starting learning about whole foods, I didn’t understand how much nutritional value was available to me. I would have never guessed that my plate would not include an animal protein. Once I started hanging out with vegans and vegetarians, I learned that there were so many ways to get protein from plants.
Chickpeas, Black Beans, Broccoli and Avocado often come to mind when thinking of vegetables that are high in protein. A balanced meal plan can also enjoy protein from a variety of fruits and vegetables including: Brussels sprouts (5 grams protein per cup) and sweet potatoes (2.1 grams per cup.) Consider your favorites when making your next sheet pan dinner.
January is Veganuary!
Are you participating in Veganuary? This dinner will absolutely help you reach your goal of eating fruits, vegetables and grains for 31 days of January. The annual vegan challenge is all about a plant-focused plate. The top of a new year is the perfect time to get involved. Started in 2014, Veganuary is celebrated around the world in over 200 countries by hundreds of thousands. Check out these previous blog posts from Black Girls Eat to learn more:
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Vegan Sheet Pan Dinner
Ingredients
- 2 sweet potatoes-cubed
- 2 purple yams -cubed
- 2 onions- 1/2 inch slices
- 2 cups Brussels Sprouts- cut in half
- 8-10 rainbow carrots or traditional -peeled
- 2 apples -cored, peeled and sliced
Instructions
- Pre-heat your oven to 375° and prep your cookie sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil. Your choice. Note, this recipe does not use oil.
- Gather all of your vegetables. Rinse, cube and slice everything and add to your cookie sheet.
- Bake for 40-45 minutes
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