Description
There’s nothing quite like a tray of beautifully caramelized roasted vegetables, fresh out of the oven. This Sheet Pan Roasted Vegetables recipe is a go-to for busy weeknights, meal prepping, or holiday spreads. Tossed in olive oil and simple seasonings, they roast up with crispy edges and tender centers. Versatile, wholesome, and endlessly customizable, these veggies are perfect on their own or as a side to your favorite protein. With minimal effort and maximum flavor, this recipe is a must for any home cook.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium carrots, peeled and sliced into coins
- 1 small head broccoli, cut into florets
- 1 small head cauliflower, cut into florets
- 1 red bell pepper, cut into thick strips
- 1 red onion, cut into wedges
- 1 small zucchini, sliced into half-moons
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, whole or halved
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried thyme or rosemary
- Optional: ½ tsp smoked paprika
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large sheet pan with parchment paper.
- Prepare the vegetables by washing, peeling, and cutting them into uniform pieces.
- Place all vegetables in a large mixing bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with salt, pepper, garlic powder, dried herbs, and optional smoked paprika. Toss to coat evenly.
- Spread the vegetables in a single layer on the prepared sheet pan. Avoid overcrowding.
- Roast in the oven for 25-30 minutes, flipping the vegetables halfway through for even browning.
- Once golden and caramelized, remove from the oven. Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the top and garnish with chopped parsley.
- Serve warm as a side or as a main dish with grains or protein.
Notes
- Cut vegetables into similar sizes for even cooking.
- Use two pans if needed to avoid overcrowding.
- Experiment with different seasoning blends for variety.
- Great for meal prep! Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg