Description
Roasted Mediterranean Vegetable Medley brings garden-fresh flavors directly to your plate with minimal effort. Caramelized golden edges and herb-infused aromatics create a simple side dish that elevates any meal for hungry diners seeking delicious nutrition.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables:
- 3 medium potatoes, diced
- 2 large carrots, sliced
- 2 medium zucchini, sliced
Herbs and Spices:
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Oils, Seasonings, and Optional Ingredients:
- 3 tablespoons (45 milliliters) olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Warm the oven to 400F (200C) and cover a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- Gather potatoes, carrots, and zucchini in a spacious mixing vessel.
- Generously coat the vegetables with olive oil, ensuring each piece is glistening and evenly covered.
- Sprinkle minced garlic and aromatic herbs including oregano, thyme, and rosemary across the vegetables.
- Season with salt, cracked black pepper, paprika, and a pinch of red pepper flakes to enhance flavor complexity.
- Gently toss the mixture, allowing herbs and spices to cling to every vegetable surface.
- Arrange the vegetables in a single, uncrowded layer on the prepared baking sheet to promote even roasting.
- Slide the sheet into the preheated oven and roast for 25-30 minutes, rotating midway to guarantee uniform browning.
- Confirm doneness by testing vegetable tenderness and observing slight crispy edges.
- Extract from oven and optionally dust with grated Parmesan cheese for an extra layer of richness.
- Scatter freshly chopped parsley across the top for a vibrant, herbaceous finish.
- Serve immediately while warm, presenting a colorful and aromatic side dish.
Notes
- Maximize vegetable crispiness by cutting them into similar-sized pieces, ensuring even roasting and consistent texture.
- Prevent soggy vegetables by avoiding overcrowding the baking sheet, allowing proper air circulation and caramelization.
- Customize the seasoning blend to suit dietary preferences, such as using dried herbs for intense flavor or swapping Parmesan with nutritional yeast for a vegan option.
- Elevate the dish’s nutritional value by experimenting with additional colorful vegetables like bell peppers or sweet potatoes for variety and extra nutrients.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 170 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 370 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 3.5 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg