OAA Plant-Based Recipe of the Month: Roasted Fall Vegetables with Pecan Topping
As the air turns crisp and Ohio’s farmers’ markets overflow with autumn produce, there’s no better time to bring seasonal, plant-forward meals to your table. Today we’re sharing a cozy recipe for Roasted Fall Vegetables with Pecan Topping—a simple, flavorful dish that highlights the best of the season while also aligning with a compassionate lifestyle that benefits both people and animals.
Ingredients:
1 lb. brussels sprouts, trimmed and cut in half
1 delicata squash, about 1 lb, sliced into 3/4 inch pieces
1 large parsnip, cut into chunks
½ lb. small carrots, peeled and cut in half lengthwise
3 sprigs fresh thyme
3-4 Tbsp olive oil
Kosher salt and black pepper, to taste
Pecan Topping:
¾ cup pecan halves, roasted and chopped
¼ cup chopped fresh parsely
3 Tbsp sliced chives
3 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
2 Tbsp maple syrup
1 Tbsp apple cider vinegar
¼ tsp cayenne pepper, or to taste
Kosher salt and black pepper, to taste
Directions:
Line 2 sheet trays with foil and place in the oven. With sheet trays inside, preheat oven to 425ºF.
Add brussels sprouts, squash, parsnips, carrots and thyme to a large bowl. Toss with olive oil and season to taste with salt and pepper.
Spread vegetables out onto both sheet trays in an even, spaced out layer. You want them to have plenty of room.
Roast for 25-30 minutes, tossing the vegetables about half way through.
While vegetables roast, prepare the pecan topping. In a small bowl mix pecans, parsley, chives, olive oil, maple, vinegar, and cayenne. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Serve roasted vegetables topped with pecan mixture and enjoy!
A Note on Compassionate Eating
At OAA, we believe food can be both delicious and kind. Choosing plant-based meals like this one helps reduce the demand for factory-farmed animal products and supports a more compassionate food system. Every small choice adds up — and yes, that includes your Tuesday night pasta.
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