Lemon Garlic Roasted Vegetables (Printer View)

Seasonal vegetables and chickpeas roasted with lemon and garlic for a bright, flavorful side dish.

# Components:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 medium zucchini, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
02 - 1 medium red bell pepper, chopped
03 - 1 medium yellow bell pepper, chopped
04 - 1 medium red onion, cut into wedges
05 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

→ Legumes

06 - 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed

→ Aromatics & Seasoning

07 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
08 - 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
09 - 1 lemon, zest and juice
10 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
11 - 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
12 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
13 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Garnish

14 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

# Method steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, combine zucchini, red and yellow bell peppers, red onion, cherry tomatoes, and chickpeas.
03 - In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper.
04 - Pour dressing over the vegetables and chickpeas. Toss well to coat evenly.
05 - Spread mixture in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
06 - Roast for 25 to 30 minutes, stirring halfway through, until vegetables are tender and lightly caramelized.
07 - Remove from oven, transfer to a serving platter, and sprinkle with fresh parsley if desired. Serve warm or at room temperature.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It comes together in under an hour and tastes far more sophisticated than the minimal effort required.
  • The chickpeas give you real protein and substance without making you feel weighed down.
  • Everything caramelizes beautifully, so even the humble zucchini becomes something worth savoring.
02 -
  • Don't crowd the pan; if you try to fit everything in a heap, the vegetables steam instead of roast, and you lose that crucial caramelization.
  • Stirring halfway through is not optional, even though it's tempting to just leave it alone and check your phone.
03 -
  • Invest in good parchment paper; it genuinely prevents sticking and makes the difference between easy cleanup and stubborn scrubbing.
  • If your oven runs hot, start checking at the twenty-five minute mark to avoid overly caramelized edges.
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