Description
Garlic Herb Roasted Potatoes, Carrots, and Zucchini is a flavorful and nutritious side dish perfect for any meal. This recipe combines tender roasted vegetables with aromatic garlic and fresh herbs for a delicious and easy-to-prepare dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups baby potatoes, halved
- 2 large carrots, sliced into rounds
- 2 medium zucchinis, sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Wash and chop the baby potatoes, carrots, and zucchinis.
- In a large bowl, combine the potatoes, carrots, and zucchinis. Add olive oil, minced garlic, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Toss the vegetables until evenly coated with the oil and seasonings.
- Spread the seasoned vegetables in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Roast for 30-35 minutes, stirring halfway through.
- Check for tenderness and golden brown edges.
- Garnish with fresh chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
- For best flavor, use fresh herbs when available.
- Cut vegetables into uniform sizes for even cooking.
- Experiment with different herbs and spices like rosemary, basil, or paprika.
- Adjust cooking time based on your oven and vegetable size.
- A cast iron skillet can enhance vegetable caramelization.
- Add other vegetables like bell peppers, asparagus, or brussels sprouts.
- Include crushed red pepper flakes for a spicy kick.
- Try avocado oil or melted coconut oil for a different flavor.
- Use Italian seasoning or herbes de Provence for a Mediterranean touch.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3-4 days.
- Freeze leftovers in a freezer-safe container for up to 2-3 months.
- Thaw frozen vegetables in the refrigerator and reheat in the oven.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. 1/4 of recipe)
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: N/A
- Sodium: N/A
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: N/A
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
- Trans Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: N/A
- Fiber: N/A
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: N/A