Description
Colorful oven-roasted vegetables bring Mediterranean flavors straight to dinner tables with minimal effort. Crisp edges, caramelized surfaces, and herb-infused seasonings create a simple side dish that elevates any meal you serve.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables:
- 4 cups (960 milliliters) mixed vegetables (carrots, broccoli, bell peppers, zucchini, Brussels sprouts, red onion)
Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (dried thyme, rosemary, or oregano)
- ½ teaspoon paprika (optional)
Oils and Extras:
- 3 tablespoons (45 milliliters) olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- Transform the oven into a searing 425F (220C) culinary environment and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil for effortless post-cooking cleanup.
- Meticulously cleanse, trim, and segment vegetables into uniform dimensions, ensuring consistent heat penetration and cooking results.
- Create a flavor foundation by delicately massaging olive oil, aromatic minced garlic, salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and paprika into the vegetable pieces, guaranteeing comprehensive and even flavor distribution.
- Artfully arrange the seasoned vegetables across the prepared baking sheet, maintaining strategic spacing to promote crisp exterior development and prevent moisture accumulation.
- Position the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast for approximately 20-25 minutes, executing a midpoint rotation to encourage balanced caramelization and tenderness.
- Upon achieving a golden-brown exterior and tender interior, extract the vegetables from the oven and embellish with freshly chopped parsley and optional Parmesan cheese for an elevated sensory experience.
- Present immediately as a complementary side dish or integrate into diverse culinary compositions like salads, grain bowls, or pasta preparations.
Notes
- Customize Vegetable Selection: Mix and match seasonal vegetables like bell peppers, zucchini, carrots, and Brussels sprouts for varied textures and flavors.
- Enhance Flavor Profile: Experiment with different herbs like rosemary, thyme, or oregano to create unique taste combinations.
- Dietary Adaptations: Make the dish vegan by omitting Parmesan cheese or gluten-free by ensuring all ingredients are certified gluten-free.
- Prevent Soggy Vegetables: Ensure vegetables are completely dry before roasting and use high heat to achieve crispy, caramelized edges without excess moisture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg