Description
A simple and flavorful recipe for Lazy Roasted Vegetables featuring a colorful medley of zucchini, bell peppers, onion, baby carrots, and broccoli tossed in olive oil and herbs, then roasted to tender, caramelized perfection. This easy-to-make dish is perfect as a healthy side or light meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 1 zucchini, sliced
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 1 yellow bell pepper, chopped
- 1 red onion, sliced
- 1 cup baby carrots
- 1 cup broccoli florets
Seasonings & Oil
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make cleanup easy.
- Toss Vegetables: In a large bowl, combine sliced zucchini, chopped red and yellow bell peppers, sliced red onion, baby carrots, and broccoli florets. Drizzle with olive oil, then add garlic powder, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Toss everything together until the vegetables are evenly coated with oil and seasonings.
- Arrange on Baking Sheet: Spread the seasoned vegetables in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring even spacing for proper roasting.
- Roast Vegetables: Roast in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, stirring once halfway through the cooking time. Roast until the vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized on the edges.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove the vegetables from the oven, garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired, and serve warm as a delicious side dish or light meal.
Notes
- Use parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to prevent sticking and make cleaning easier.
- Feel free to swap or add other vegetables like cauliflower, mushrooms, or cherry tomatoes based on preference.
- Cooking times may vary slightly depending on your oven and the size of the vegetable pieces.
- For an extra flavor boost, sprinkle some freshly grated Parmesan cheese after roasting if not following vegan diet.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days and reheated in an oven or air fryer for best results.
