Description
This Easy Mediterranean Roasted Vegetables recipe features a vibrant mix of zucchini, cherry tomatoes, yellow pepper, and red onion, tossed in olive oil and Italian seasoning, then oven-roasted until tender and caramelized. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s a colorful and healthy side dish perfect for any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 2 zucchini, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes
- 1 yellow pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 red onion, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 head of garlic or whole garlic cloves (optional)
Seasoning
- 2-3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit (220 degrees Celsius) to prepare for roasting the vegetables.
- Prepare the vegetables: Cut zucchini, yellow pepper, and red onion into 1-inch pieces and place them in a large mixing bowl along with the whole cherry tomatoes.
- Season the vegetables: Drizzle 2-3 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil over the vegetables, then sprinkle with 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning. Toss everything together until the veggies are evenly coated with the oil and seasoning.
- Arrange on baking sheet: Transfer the seasoned vegetables onto a sheet pan in a single layer. Add the head of garlic or garlic cloves on the side if using to infuse flavor during roasting.
- Roast the vegetables: Place the sheet pan in the preheated oven and roast for 20-25 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and nicely caramelized. Stir halfway through if desired for even cooking.
Notes
- These oven roasted vegetables are simple yet flavorful, making an easy side dish that’s perfect for any meal or season.
- Customize with your favorite Mediterranean herbs or add a splash of balsamic vinegar before roasting for extra depth of flavor.
- Can be served warm or at room temperature, great for meal prep or gatherings.
- Optional garlic adds a mild roasted garlic flavor that enhances the dish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6.57 g
- Sodium: 604 mg
- Fat: 7.55 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.09 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6.04 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12.57 g
- Fiber: 2.71 g
- Protein: 2.96 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
