Artificial Food Coloring Free Roasted Mediterranean Vegetables with Turmeric and Herbs
Every bit of color on this sheet pan comes straight from nature ā the golden turmeric, the deep red of roasted peppers, the charred edges of zucchini and squash ā with zero synthetic dyes in sight. That matters more than you might think, because plenty of packaged spice blends and canned goods sneak in artificial colorants you'd never expect. Here, every ingredient is exactly what it says it is: fresh vegetables, pantry spices, olive oil, and a squeeze of lemon. The chickpeas roast up beautifully crisp at the edges while the vegetables caramelize into something deeply savory and a little sweet, all in one pan. Turmeric and smoked paprika do the heavy lifting on flavor, giving the whole dish a warm, earthy depth that tastes far more complex than the prep work involved. A finish of fresh parsley and optional feta keeps things bright and a little briny. It's the kind of weeknight dinner that looks impressive, cleans up easily, and gives you total peace of mind about what's actually on the plate.
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4 servings
- 1 medium zucchini, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 medium yellow squash, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 red bell pepper, seeded and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 yellow bell pepper, seeded and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 1 medium red onion, cut into 1-inch wedges
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- Ā½ tsp smoked paprika
- Ā½ tsp black pepper
- Ā¾ tsp salt
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
For serving
- 2 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, roughly chopped
- Ā¼ cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 425Ā°F (220Ā°C). Line a large 18x13-inch sheet pan with parchment paper.
- 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the zucchini, yellow squash, red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, red onion, cherry tomatoes, and chickpeas. Drizzle with the olive oil and add the turmeric, cumin, smoked paprika, black pepper, and salt. Toss until every piece is evenly coated.
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