Best Slow Cooker Balsamic Root Veggies Recipes

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SLOW-COOKER BALSAMIC ROOT VEGGIES



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We loaded up our slow cooker with root vegetables like parsnips, carrots and red and white potatoes and added honey and balsamic vinegar for a sweet and savory vegetarian Thanksgiving Day side dish.

Provided by Stephanie Wise

Categories     Side Dish

Time 4h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb parsnips, peeled, cut into 2-inch pieces
1 bag (16 oz) ready-to-eat baby-cut carrots
2 medium white onions, cut into wedges
1 lb sweet potatoes, peeled, cut into 2-inch pieces
1/2 lb small red potatoes, cut into quarters
3 tablespoons vegetable or olive oil
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
Chopped fresh parsley, if desired

Steps:

  • Spray 6-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. In slow cooker, place parsnips and carrots. Top with onions, sweet potatoes and red potatoes.
  • In a small bowl, mix oil, vinegar, honey, salt and pepper with whisk. Pour mixture evenly over vegetables.
  • Cover; cook on High heat setting 4 hours or until vegetables are tender. Transfer vegetable mixture to serving dish; sprinkle with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Serving

SLOW-COOKER BALSAMIC ROOT VEGETABLES



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Using a slow cooker is the secret to an easy side dish! Try this recipe for sweet-tangy balsamic glazed root vegetables like carrots, parsnips and sweet potatoes.

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Side Dish

Time 4h25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 lb parsnips, peeled, cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
1 lb carrots, cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
2 large red onions, coarsely chopped
3/4 cup sweetened dried cranberries
1 1/2 lb sweet potatoes, peeled, cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon packed light brown sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
1/3 cup chopped fresh Italian (flat-leaf) parsley

Steps:

  • Spray 6-quart slow cooker with cooking spray. In slow cooker, stir together parsnips, carrots, onions and cranberries. Top with sweet potatoes.
  • In small bowl, stir together oil, vinegar, brown sugar, salt and pepper with whisk; pour over vegetables in slow cooker. (Do not stir.)
  • Cover; cook on High heat setting 4 to 5 hours or until vegetables are tender. Sprinkle with parsley before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 250, Carbohydrate 48 g, Fat 1, Fiber 8 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 390 mg

SLOW-ROASTED ROOT VEGETABLES



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When she was a little girl growing up in Italy, my Aunt Virginia learned to make a dish called "Noodles and Nuts." I tried the topping on carrots and parsnips instead of noodles and haven't looked back. -Terri Collins, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 5h15m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 pounds fresh baby carrots
1 medium onion, halved and thinly sliced
1/4 cup butter, cubed
3 garlic cloves, minced
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1-1/2 pounds medium parsnips
2 tablespoons seasoned bread crumbs
3/4 cup chopped walnuts, toasted
3 tablespoons grated Romano cheese, optional

Steps:

  • In a 5-qt. slow cooker, combine first six ingredients. Cut parsnips crosswise into 2-in. pieces. Cut thinner pieces in half; cut thicker ones into quarters. Stir into carrot mixture., Cook, covered, on low until tender, 5-6 hours. To serve, stir in bread crumbs; sprinkle with walnuts and, if desired, cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 158 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 10mg cholesterol, Sodium 263mg sodium, Carbohydrate 19g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SLOW-COOKER ROASTED ROOT VEGETABLES



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Check out this flavorful recipe for Slow-Cooker Roasted Root Vegetables. Simmer for 3-4 hours for these Slow-Cooker Roasted Root Vegetables.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Home

Time 3h15m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 lb. carrots, peeled, cut into 2-inch-thick slices
1 lb. golden beets, peeled, cut into 1/4-inch-thick wedges
1 lb. parsnips, peeled, cut into 2-inch chunks
1/3 cup KRAFT Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing
4 slices OSCAR MAYER Bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 Tbsp. chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Place vegetables in slow cooker sprayed with cooking spray. Pour dressing over vegetables; cover with lid. Cook on HIGH 3 to 4 hours (or on LOW 6 to 7 hours).
  • Meanwhile, cook and stir bacon in skillet until crisp; drain on paper towels.
  • Stir vegetables. Sprinkle with bacon and parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 80, Fat 3 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 5 mg, Sodium 170 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 3 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 2 g

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