Name: Southwestern Roasted Veggies
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: Southwestern
Ingredients: 8 medium Russet potatoes, uncooked, peeled and cut into ½ inch rounds; 1 red bell pepper, cut into strips; 1 orange bell pepper, cut into strips; 1 yellow bell pepper, cut into strips; 2 yellow squash, unpeeled, cut into 1-inch chunks; 2 zucchinis, unpeeled, cut into 1-inch chunks; 1 large red onion, cut into strips; 1 – [ 15 oz. can ] black beans, drained and rinsed; 1 – [ 15 oz. can ] corn, drained; 2 teaspoons garlic powder, divided; 2 teaspoons onion powder, divided; 1 teaspoon sweet paprika, divided; 1 teaspoon chili powder, divided; 1 teaspoons sea salt (+/-), divided; ½ teaspoon black pepper (+/-), divided; Salad greens (of choice); Avocado slices (or chunks); Southwestern Dressing

Description

This out-of-this-world deliciousness, also known as, Southwestern Roasted Veggie Salad is bliss in a dish. Veggies roasted in tasty Southwestern spices and drizzled with a creamy, smoky, tangy dressing is everything you could ever want to calm your cravings for yummy healthy veggies. Whole Food Plant Based dish, no oil, no sugar, no highly processed ingredients and gluten free.

Ingredients

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½ cup raw cashews
2 Tablespoons tahini
½ teaspoon maple syrup
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
2 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon sea salt (+/-) *
¾ cup water

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Instructions

Quick soak the cashews by placing the cashews in a bowl, then add boiling water just to cover them. Soak for 20 minutes, then discard the water.
Place the soaked cashews and all the remaining ingredients in a high-speed blender.Blend on high for one minute until very smooth and creamy.
Taste test the dressing, adjust the flavors as needed.
Adjust the consistency by adding more water if needed.

Notes

*Sea Salt: Please adjust the sea salt based upon your family’s sea salt preferences and/or based upon dietary needs.

*Serving: Makes approx. 1 cup of Southwestern dressing

*Storage: Refrigerate. Use within one week.