Description
Mediterranean-inspired roasted vegetables dance with aromatic garlic and herbs in this simple yet elegant side dish. Crisp edges, tender centers, and a golden-brown finish make this colorful vegetable medley irresistible to anyone seeking a delicious companion for main courses.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Vegetables:
- 1 ¼ pounds baby potatoes (halved)
- 1 pound medium carrots (cut into 2-inch pieces)
- 12 ounces zucchini (cut into 1-inch pieces)
Herbs and Seasonings:
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary (minced)
- 1 tablespoon fresh thyme (minced)
- Salt (to taste)
- Freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
Cooking Liquid:
- 3 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and position the rack in the center for uniform heat distribution.
- In a spacious mixing bowl, gently toss halved potatoes and carrot chunks with 2 of olive oil, incorporating fresh thyme, rosemary, kosher salt, and cracked black pepper until each vegetable is evenly coated.
- Spread the seasoned vegetables across a rimmed baking sheet, ensuring a single layer to promote even caramelization and prevent steaming.
- Slide the baking sheet into the preheated oven and roast for approximately 20 minutes, allowing the vegetables to develop golden edges.
- Meanwhile, prepare zucchini by slicing into uniform half-moons and delicately coating with the remaining of olive oil, seasoning with a subtle sprinkle of salt.
- Remove the baking sheet from the oven, introducing zucchini slices and freshly minced garlic, thoroughly mixing to distribute the aromatics and ensure comprehensive flavor integration.
- Return the vegetable medley to the oven, continuing to roast for an additional 15-20 minutes until all vegetables achieve a tender texture with crisp, caramelized edges.
Notes
- Elevate your veggie game with this foolproof roasting technique that guarantees maximum flavor and perfect texture.
- Prepping vegetables separately prevents overcrowding, ensuring each piece gets deliciously crispy edges and caramelized surfaces.
- Strategic timing of zucchini addition prevents mushiness, maintaining its delicate structure and fresh taste.
- Layering herbs and seasonings directly on vegetables during initial tossing allows deep flavor penetration and even coating.
- Positioning the rack in the center creates balanced heat distribution, resulting in uniformly cooked and beautifully browned vegetables.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 172 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 240 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg