Description
A flavorful recipe for garlic roasted veggies that are perfect as a side dish or a healthy snack.
Ingredients
- 2 cups broccoli florets
- 2 medium carrots, sliced
- 1 medium zucchini, sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 yellow bell pepper, chopped
- 1 red onion, cut into wedges
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 cup cauliflower florets
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon dried rosemary
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
- Lemon wedges (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare the vegetables: Wash and dry all vegetables. Cut them into similar-sized pieces to help them cook evenly.
- Make the garlic seasoning: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, minced garlic, oregano, thyme, rosemary, salt, black pepper, paprika, and lemon juice.
- Season the vegetables: Place the broccoli, carrots, zucchini, bell peppers, onion, tomatoes, and cauliflower in a large mixing bowl. Pour the garlic mixture over them and toss until evenly coated.
- Arrange on the baking sheet: Spread the vegetables in a single layer. Use two baking sheets if necessary to avoid overcrowding.
- Roast: Bake for 25–35 minutes, tossing halfway through, until the vegetables are tender and lightly browned around the edges. Check the softer vegetables earlier if needed.
- Add the finishing touches: Remove from the oven and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley, if desired. Add an extra squeeze of lemon juice.
- Serve: Transfer to a serving platter and enjoy while warm.
Notes
- Cut harder vegetables like carrots slightly smaller than zucchini and tomatoes.
- Dry vegetables thoroughly after washing so they roast instead of steam.
- Don’t overcrowd the baking sheet; space helps the vegetables caramelize.
- For a milder garlic flavor, use garlic powder or add fresh minced garlic halfway through roasting.
- Add Parmesan and fresh herbs after baking for the best flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 5mg