Do you need a basic recipe that can be transformed into multiple dishes? No problem. These spicy roasted vegetables are just the thing to solve your request. This dish can irresistibly make your soup, pasta, or mac and cheese.
These spicy roasted vegetables are mildly spicy and crunchy, satisfying the whole family. The natural tastes of the veggies and the coated spice create the ultimate snack or dinner!
Even better, it's low-carb, low in sugar, low-fat, and dairy-free. So it won't hurt your plans to follow the popular diets.

Are you thinking of making a light dinner tonight? This spicy roasted vegetable is a delicious choice. Have you ever thought fresh produce could become a most sought-after dish in a family dinner? These crunchy spice-coated vegetables prove that they can be anyone's favorite.
With just a few minutes of preparation, your dinner is ready. Furthermore, you can add them to your soups, toss them in pasta, or serve them with the main protein.
If you are new to the world of spices, check out this spicy appetizer post. It will give you a whole new perspective on hot and spicy recipes.
How To Make Spicy Roasted Vegetables
The prepping and making process is simplified for our convenience. Later in the post, we will discuss storage, variations, and pro tips.
The Ingredients
- Carrots. Despite their color and taste, carrots are packed with Vitamin A and fiber(see more health benefits here).
- Broccoli. It's a good source of crunchy fiber. When these are perfectly roasted and coated with the rich spices. It tastes divine. To know more about its goodness, you may check here).
- Cauliflower. It's the same as broccoli and melts in the mouth. If you prefer making these spicy roasted vegetables super quick, you may buy the frozen cut veggies from the stores. It saves the prepping time, and your dinner gets ready moments before your eyes.
- Bell pepper. It adds a beautiful aroma and is a critical component that complements all the other ingredients. You can use green, red, or yellow bell peppers depending on availability.
- Red pepper flakes. Think of this as an instant enhancer for the heat. The flavors and the heat from this ingredient are rich and complex.
- Grapeseed oil. It coats the ingredients well and gives a nutty flavor that magnifies the whole dish. However, this spicy roasted vegetable recipe may also use olive oil.
- Cajun seasoning: My secret addiction to the spiciness and the heat. It's a flavorful and spicy combination that gives the roasted veggies an irresistible taste. Some of the store-bought cajun seasonings include salt. So, adjust the amount according to your preference.
The Recipe Direction
- The prepping. The spicy roasted vegetables taste great when cut into an even size. Chop all the veggies into bite-size pieces. Preheat the oven to 450°F.
- Mix. Add the chopped onions, red pepper flakes, grapeseed oil, and Cajun seasoning to a mixing bowl. Toss well until evenly coated.
- Arrange. Place them on a baking tray and spread them without crowding one over the other.
- Bake. Place the tray on the top rack and bake for 15 minutes or until tender. Stir occasionally during the baking time to avoid burning.
- Serve. Remove it from the oven, and serve. Sprinkle crushed black pepper and salt if needed.
Variations
- Mediterranean roasted vegetables. Replace cajun seasoning with harissa sauce for spicy, Mediterranean-flavored roasted vegetables.
- Indian spiced roasted vegetables. Add a teaspoon of curry powder along with cajun seasoning. This combo extensively works with this recipe.
- Italian version. Remove the cajun seasoning, double the red pepper flakes, and add thyme, fresh basil, and balsamic vinegar for robust flavors.
- Mexican style. Substitute the original seasoning with fiesta seasoning for the rich Mexican properties.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, you can substitute them according to the seasonal availability of these fabulous spicy roasted vegetables.
Squashes, sweet potatoes, Brussels sprouts, beets, and potatoes taste fantastic in these recipes.
It is challenging to maintain the vegetable's crispiness throughout the party without it becoming soggy. The idea is to reheat it and place it over the party table without covering it.
Serve with pasta/rice(like this spinach risotto), soup(try tomato soup from the tomato paste), mac n cheese, or with this boneless beef ribs.
📖 Recipe
Spicy Roasted Vegetables
Ingredients
- 1 cup broccoli florets
- 1 cup cauliflower florets
- 1 cup carrots bite-size pieces
- 1 cup green bell pepper
- 1 teaspoon grapeseed oil /any cooking oil
- 1 teaspoon red chili flakes
- 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 450°F.
- Chop all the vegetables into small size cubes.
- In a mixing bowl all the vegetables, grapeseed oil, red pepper flakes, Cajun seasoning.
- Combine until the spices coats the vegetables well.
- Arrange them in a baking tray.
- Place them in the middle rack, and bake for about 10 minutes or until tender.
- Remove it from the oven, allow it to cool and set to serve.
Notes
- Feel free to substitute the vegetables with the available seasonal vegetables.
- Adding fresh herbs boosts the flavors and the taste.
- To store. Once the spicy vegetables are roasted, allow them to cool and refrigerate to use within two days. Or freeze them to use for up to a month. Always prefer air-sealed containers or bags for the best results.
- Thaw. The frozen dish has to be thawed before reheating. You may keep them in the refrigerator overnight for thawing.
- To reheat. Spread them in the baking tray and heat them in the preheated oven at 350°F until the vegetables are warm.
Claudia Lamascolo says
My son said all vegetables are boring until I made this recipe now this is the go to recipe for us thanks!