1 Balsamic Roasted Vegetable Recipe That is So Good You Won’t Notice It’s Meat Free
This balsamic roasted vegetable recipe is an all vegetarian meal and homemade treat that will make you feel like you’re sitting in a Michelin rated restaurant! The Instant Pot cooks beans perfectly and it does not disappoint here. Better yet, these dried Great Northern beans cook in 35 minutes and will stay warm until you’re ready to prep dinner.
Layer beans, crispy Brussel Sprouts and green pepper, plenty of olive oil and balsamic vinegar on top of garlicky baked tortillas. The flavors meld together to create a savory, filling meal for any Mediterranean Monday or pair with a bottle of Chateauneuf du Pape for your next date night!
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What Do I Need To Do To Throw Together This Balsamic Roasted Vegetable Recipe?
- First, make the beans in the Instant Pot.
- While that is going, roast the vegetables in the oven.
- Halfway through, prep and throw in the tortillas to bake and lightly crisp.
- Drain your beans, save the bean stock.
- Last, build your tortillas! Layer beans and roasted crispy vegetables on top of a garlicky baked tortilla. Drizzle with balsamic vinegar and finish with a sprinkling of shaved parmesan. Enjoy!
What are the Health Benefits of a Balsamic Roasted Vegetable Recipe?
This balsamic roasted vegetable recipe is just really unique and really delicious. As I was writing this post, the kids looked at the photo and said, “oh that was SO GOOD!” I can assure you, their praise rivals food critics, that is, it doesn’t come along all the time. However, your gut will also be singing your praises when you make this meal. Combining Great Northern Beans, Brussel Sprouts, and Green Peppers you will be eating a hefty dose of antioxidants, fiber and vitamins all of which support gut health and strengthen your body.
Crispy Brussel Sprouts are Good for Your Bones
Brussel sprouts are full of fiber, vitamin K, vitamin C and antioxidants. If you’ve read any of my other gut health posts you probably know now that antioxidants are very important for our bodies. They keep away the dreaded inflammation which is associated with chronic diseases, heart disease, and cancer.
Are you at risk for osteoporosis? There are so many risk factors for low bone density. If you are a white, European descent female, the answer is yes. Have you taken birth control? You’re probably at risk too. Brussel sprouts are an excellent source of vitamin K which has been found to protect against osteoporosis (Link, 2022). In fact, one half cup of cooked Brussel sprouts contains 91% of your daily dose of vitamin K!
Northern Beans are an Excellent Source of Plant Based Protein
Northern beans are super beneficial for your microbiome. They contribute to increases in fiber and have been proven to decrease fat and lower people’s blood pressure and cholesterol (Bulsiewicz, 2020). Additionally, fiber packed beans help balance your blood sugar in turn lowering your chance of diabetes or risk of heart attack (Bulsiewicz, 2020).
As one of those foods that are highly underrated by the traditional American diet, I had no idea how many amazing meals you could make with beans! In fact, I used to kind of avoid them because of, well, IFKYK. But, I promise you that once you incorporate beans into your week you will feel better and the changes inside your body will bring long-term health benefits. Want more info? Check out my post on chickpeas, black beans, or pinto beans. Or, if you’re interested in learning more about gut health, check out my page!
Northern Beans are a Cupboard Staple Ingredient
I always have Northern Beans in my cupboard. I buy them in the bulk food section by the pound and have them on hand for weeknight meals. I use dried Northern beans for soups, bean casseroles, and a lot more. They are available at basically every store in the dried bean section. Dried Northern beans like most beans are an inflation buster, low cost and last for a long time. For more inflation buster’s, search my recipe index or type “inflation buster” into the search bar. Or, check out my recipe for Northern Beans in the Instant Pot!
Reduce Inflammation! Eat Green Pepper
Green peppers are a great source of antioxidants, fiber, and vitamin C. Vitamin C supports your immune system, production of collagen (decreasing wrinkles), and metabolism (National Institute of Health, 2022). They are also a fantastic source of fiber, which supports your overall gut health (Bulsiewicz, 2020). When compared to colored bell peppers, green peppers pack more punch in antioxidants including phenolic acid. Phenolic acid has been found to protect against inflammation (Ali et al., 2020). Furthermore, in a longitudinal non-clinical study doctors found older adults who consume more phenolic acid had less symptoms of cognitive impairment and dementia (Godos et al., 2021).
Decrease the Dinner Prep and Make Instantly Easy Beans Before Work
This Mediterranean inspired dish combines delicious roasted vegetables, savory beans, and crispy garlic tortillas. To decrease dinner prep, start it before you go to work. Throw the beans in the Instant Pot. Close lid and steam valve. Press “Beans.” Voila!
Eliminate the Clean Up
When you come home, all you need to do is put the vegetables on the pan to roast in the oven. Want to really press the easy button? Buy a bag of Brussel sprouts pre-washed and trimmed in your grocery store produce section. You can find these at both Aldi and Whole Foods. Line the baking sheets for both the roasted vegetables and the baked tortillas with parchment paper or aluminum foil and you will have zero clean up.
Say Yes to Easy Dinners without Delivery
Sometimes it just feels easier to order but…
- the food is never very hot when it gets to you,
- it’s almost never as healthy as eating at home
- it’s almost always more expensive
- it often leaves you feeling either still hungry or too full and bloated.
Dinner can be easy and homemade without a box. Give Crispy Brussel Sprouts, Instantly Easy Beans, and Baked Tortillas a try and post comments below!
Balsamic Roasted Vegetable Recipe
Equipment
- 1 baking sheet
Ingredients
The Beans
- 1 lb Dried Great Northern beans dried 2 1/2 cups
- 2 cups baby carrots or 2-3 large carrots
- 3 bay leaves
- 1 Spanish onion peeled and halved
- 1 head garlic cloves peeled
The Roasted Vegetables
- 1 bag fresh brussel sprouts washed and trimmed
- 2 medium green peppers
- 2 tbsp olive oil extra virgin
- Mediterranean sea salt to taste
- ground pepper to taste
Tortillas and Toppings
- 6 tortilla shells whole wheat
- 3 tbsp balsamic vinegar dense
- 1/2 cup shaved parmesan optional
- 3 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
Make the Beans
- In the instant pot, add the dried beans, carrots, bay leaves, onion, and garlic.1 lb Dried Great Northern beans dried, 2 cups baby carrots , 3 bay leaves, 1 Spanish onion, 1 head garlic cloves
- Close the instant pot and seal the valve. Press beans and set to 45 min. Allow to vent naturally.
- Place a strainer in a large bowl. Drain the beans, allowing the liquid to fill the bowl underneath. Save the liquid bean stock!!
Make the Brussel Sprouts and Peppers
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Wash and trim the ends off 1 lb of brussel sprouts.1 bag fresh brussel sprouts
- Slice 2 green peppers into about ¾ inch width slices.2 medium green peppers
- Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
- Place vegetables on a baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil. Salt and pepper to taste.2 tbsp olive oil
- Bake for 20 minutes or until lightly browned and crispy.Mediterranean sea salt, ground pepper
Bake the tortilla shells
- In the same oven when the vegetables are about half way through, bake the tortilla shells.
- Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil. Place 6 whole wheat tortilla shells on the pan.6 tortilla shells
- In a bowl, combine olive oil, salt and pepper. Using a brush, brush olive oil mixture over shells.2 tbsp olive oil , Mediterranean sea salt, ground pepper
- Lightly sprinkle garlic powder over shells. About ½ a tsp per shell.3 tsp garlic powder
- Bake for 10-12 min at 400 degrees until lightly crisped and you can see the shell puffing in some places.
Serve
- Remove the brussels and green pepper medley and tortilla shells from the oven.
- Place one tortilla on a plate. Spoon the beans on top of the shell. Spoon the vegetable medley on the beans.
- Ladle 2 tbsp of bean stock over the top. Drizzle with a 1 ½ tsp of balsamic vinegar. Sprinkle shaved parmesan cheese on top.3 tbsp balsamic vinegar, 1/2 cup shaved parmesan
