Italian Roasted Vegetables (Printable version)

Colorful vegetables roasted to perfection with garlic, herbs, and olive oil. A simple, healthy Italian-style side for any meal.

# What you'll need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 medium zucchini, sliced into ½-inch rounds
02 - 1 red bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
03 - 1 yellow bell pepper, cut into 1-inch pieces
04 - 1 medium red onion, cut into wedges
05 - 1 medium eggplant, cut into 1-inch cubes
06 - 7 oz cherry tomatoes, halved

→ Seasoning

07 - 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
08 - 3 garlic cloves, minced
09 - 1½ tsp dried Italian herbs (oregano, basil, thyme)
10 - ½ tsp sea salt
11 - ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper

→ Garnish (optional)

12 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
13 - 1 tbsp balsamic glaze

# Directions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, combine zucchini, bell peppers, onion, eggplant, and cherry tomatoes.
03 - Drizzle with olive oil. Add minced garlic, Italian herbs, salt, and pepper. Toss until vegetables are evenly coated.
04 - Spread vegetables in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
05 - Roast for 30–35 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until vegetables are golden brown and tender.
06 - Remove from oven. If desired, drizzle with balsamic glaze and sprinkle with fresh parsley before serving.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The way high heat transforms ordinary vegetables into something sweet and caramelized feels like magic every single time
  • Its a forgiving dish that adapts to whatever you have on hand, making it perfect for those nights when you need dinner but dont have a plan
02 -
  • Crowding the pan is the biggest mistake that will steam instead of roast your vegetables, so use two pans if necessary
  • The vegetables should have actual charred spots and caramelized edges, not just be cooked through, so dont be afraid of high heat
03 -
  • Let the vegetables sit on the hot pan for at least 5 minutes after removing from the oven as they continue to cook and develop flavor
  • If youre meal prepping, slightly undercook them by about 5 minutes since theyll finish cooking when you reheat them during the week

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