# Components:
→ Vegetables
01 - 2 medium carrots, peeled and cut into 4-inch sticks
02 - 1 red bell pepper, cut into strips
03 - 1 yellow bell pepper, cut into strips
04 - 1 small zucchini, cut into 4-inch sticks
05 - 1 small parsnip, peeled and cut into 4-inch sticks
→ Marinade
06 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
07 - 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
08 - ½ teaspoon dried thyme
09 - ½ teaspoon dried rosemary
10 - ½ teaspoon sea salt
11 - ¼ teaspoon black pepper
→ Garnish
12 - 2 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese (optional)
13 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
# Method steps:
01 - Set the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, thyme, rosemary, sea salt, and black pepper.
03 - Add carrot, bell pepper, zucchini, and parsnip sticks into the marinade bowl and toss until evenly coated.
04 - Place the vegetable sticks on the prepared baking sheet in parallel pairs, alternating colors to resemble festive sleigh rails.
05 - Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, turning once halfway through, until tender and lightly caramelized.
06 - Transfer the roasted vegetables to a serving platter, sprinkle with feta (if using) and fresh parsley. Serve warm or at room temperature.
