8 Easy Roasted Vegetable Sides With Crispy Edges and Bold Flavor

Roasting is one of the easiest and most delicious ways to prepare vegetables: It brings out their sweet, savory notes while highlighting their crisp-tender textures. On a busy weeknight, when you need a satisfying, simple side, there's no better way to prep your vegetables than to toss them in the oven. Below, we've gathered recipes for roasting our favorite winter vegetables. You'll find smoky “bacon” made with shiitake mushrooms, sweet-and-spicy Brussels sprouts, and caramelized carrots tossed with peppery harissa. Serve them alongside a main like roast chicken or salmon for a winning weeknight dinner, or just pile the vegetables into a bowl and enjoy them on their own—we won't judge!