Description
This easy and colorful oven roasted vegetables recipe is packed with flavor, texture, and nutrition. A delicious mix of bell peppers, zucchini, sweet potatoes, red onion, and broccoli, seasoned with Italian herbs and optional Parmesan, then roasted until golden and crisp at the edges.
Ingredients
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2 medium bell peppers, cut into 1-inch pieces (red, yellow, or orange)
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2 medium zucchini, ends trimmed, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
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1 small sweet potato, scrubbed and cut into 3/4-inch pieces
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1 small red onion, cut into 1-inch cubes
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1 small head broccoli (or 8 oz Brussels sprouts), cut into florets
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3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
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1 tbsp Dijon mustard (or sub 1 tbsp more olive oil)
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2 tsp Italian seasoning
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1 tsp kosher salt
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1/2 tsp garlic powder
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1/2 tsp ground black pepper
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3 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
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Preheat oven to 400°F. If using two baking sheets, position racks in upper and lower thirds of oven.
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Prepare baking sheets with non-stick spray or parchment paper.
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Combine vegetables in a large bowl. Add olive oil and Dijon mustard. Toss to coat.
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Add seasoning: Sprinkle in Italian herbs, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Toss again.
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Distribute evenly on two baking sheets in a single layer, giving vegetables space.
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Roast for 25–35 minutes, tossing halfway and rotating pans. Look for crisp edges and fork-tender texture.
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Add Parmesan during last 5 minutes of roasting or after removing from oven.
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Serve hot or at room temperature with extra seasoning to taste.
Notes
💡 Notes
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Dijon adds flavor depth but can be replaced with more olive oil if preferred.
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For extra crispiness, use convection mode at 375°F.
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Mix and match veggies based on seasonality — carrots, parsnips, squash, or asparagus work great.
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Make-ahead: Roast early and reheat before serving.
📦 Storage & Reheating
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Refrigerate: Store in airtight container for up to 5 days.
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Freeze: Up to 3 months in freezer-safe bags or containers.
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Reheat: Use oven or air fryer for best texture.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25–35 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting (Oven)
- Cuisine: American / Mediterranean-Inspired
Nutrition
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 3mg