Baked Vegetable Medley (Printable)

Oven-roasted seasonal vegetables tossed in aromatic herbs and olive oil for a tasty, healthy dish.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 large red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
02 - 1 medium zucchini, sliced
03 - 1 medium yellow squash, sliced
04 - 1 medium red onion, cut into wedges
05 - 2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced
06 - 7 oz broccoli florets

→ Seasoning & Herbs

07 - 3 tbsp olive oil
08 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
09 - 1 tsp dried oregano
10 - 1 tsp dried thyme
11 - 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
12 - 1/2 tsp salt
13 - 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper

→ Optional Topping

14 - 1/2 cup grated Parmesan or vegan cheese
15 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

# How To Make:

01 - Preheat the oven to 430°F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Place all prepared vegetables into a large mixing bowl.
03 - In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, minced garlic, dried oregano, dried thyme, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
04 - Pour the seasoned oil over the vegetables and toss thoroughly to ensure even coating.
05 - Spread the vegetables evenly in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
06 - Roast for 30 to 35 minutes, stirring halfway through, until vegetables are tender and lightly caramelized.
07 - Sprinkle grated Parmesan or vegan cheese over the vegetables and return to the oven for 2 to 3 minutes until melted.
08 - Remove from oven, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve warm.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It feels like sharing a secret when you realize roasting veggies elevates their flavors without much fuss
  • This dish became a staple because it’s flexible with whatever vegetables happen to be in season or your fridge
02 -
  • Don’t overcrowd the pan; the secret to caramelization is giving each piece room to crisp up
  • I found that tossing halfway through roasting makes all the difference in getting even color and texture
03 -
  • Use high-quality olive oil; it really shines through when roasting
  • Adjust herbs based on what you have fresh or dried for your own signature flavor