Description
A simple, flavorful recipe for oven roasted vegetables using any combination of fresh veggies. Tossed with olive oil and seasonings, then roasted until tender and slightly caramelized, this dish makes a perfect healthy side or vegetarian main.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 2 cups Broccoli (1 crown cut into florets, about 2 inches long with 1.5-inch heads)
- 2 cups Cauliflower (cut into 2-inch-long florets; ~1/2 head)
- 2 cups Zucchini (sliced into thick circles, 3/8-inch thick; ~8 ounces)
- 2 cups Bell peppers (cut into 1.5 inch pieces; ~1.5 large peppers)
- 2 cups Red onion (cut into 1.5 inch pieces; ~1 medium onion)
Seasonings & Oil
- 1/3 cup Olive oil
- 1/2 tbsp Garlic powder
- 1/2 tbsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tbsp Sea salt
- 1/2 tsp Black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (218°C). Prepare a large baking sheet by lining it with foil or leaving it bare, then spray it lightly with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Prepare Vegetables: In a large bowl, combine all the cut vegetables. Drizzle them evenly with olive oil, and sprinkle the garlic powder, Italian seasoning, sea salt, and black pepper over the top. Toss everything thoroughly to coat all pieces with the oil and seasonings.
- Arrange on Baking Sheet: Spread the seasoned vegetables in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring each piece touches the pan surface. Avoid overcrowding the pan to allow even roasting. Use multiple pans if necessary.
- Initial Roasting: Place the baking sheet on an oven rack positioned one level higher than the middle. Roast the vegetables for 15 minutes to begin softening them and developing color.
- Toss and Continue Roasting: Remove the oven rack and use tongs or a large spatula to gently toss or flip the vegetables to promote even cooking. Return the pan to the oven and roast for an additional 8 to 15 minutes, until the vegetables are tender to your liking.
- Optional Broiling: For extra browning and caramelization, place the roasted vegetables under the broiler for 2 to 3 minutes just before serving, watching carefully to avoid burning.
Notes
- You can use any vegetables you prefer or have on hand; just adjust cutting sizes for even cooking.
- Avoid overcrowding the baking sheet to ensure vegetables roast evenly rather than steam.
- Use fresh herbs or other seasoning blends for variety.
- Broiling at the end is optional but adds a nice browned finish.
- This recipe is naturally vegan and gluten-free.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: oven roasted vegetables, roasted veggies, healthy side dish, vegan side, easy vegetable recipe, baked vegetables
