
Roasted Root Vegetable Salad is a hearty, earthy dish featuring caramelized chunks of root vegetables like carrots, parsnips, beets, and sweet potatoes, often tossed with fresh greens and a tangy vinaigrette. It's a versatile dish with roots in European and American farm-to-table cuisine, celebrating seasonal produce.
This salad is primarily a source of complex carbohydrates and dietary fiber, with moderate fat from any added oils or dressings. It's rich in vitamins A and C, potassium, and antioxidants, typically offering around 200-300 calories per serving depending on portion size and ingredients.
| Calories | 180 kcal |
| Protein | 4 g |
| Carbs | 28 g |
| Fat | 7 g |
| Fiber | 6 g |
| Sugar | 8 g |
| Sodium | 320 mg |
| Potassium | 520 mg |
| Vitamin A | 450 mcg RAE |
| Vitamin C | 25 mg |
| Vitamin K | 15 mcg |
| Folate | 65 mcg |
| Manganese | 0.8 mg |
| Magnesium | 40 mg |
| Iron | 1.5 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
Culturally, it reflects a growing appreciation for 'root-to-stem' eating and seasonal cooking, while nutritionally, the roasting process enhances the natural sweetness and increases the bioavailability of certain nutrients like beta-carotene.
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