Cinnamon Free Roasted Mediterranean Vegetables with Turmeric and Herbs
This sheet pan dinner is a riot of color and bold, earthy flavor ā tender zucchini, sweet bell peppers, jammy cherry tomatoes, and lightly crisped chickpeas all roasted together until caramelized and golden at the edges. The spice blend here leans on turmeric, cumin, and smoked paprika, which means you get that warm, complex depth without any of the warming spices that can sneak into Mediterranean-style blends and cause problems. It's the kind of dish that smells incredible the moment it hits the oven and looks stunning on the table with almost zero effort. A squeeze of fresh lemon juice at the end brightens everything up, and the optional crumbled feta adds a creamy, salty finish that takes it over the top. Spreading everything in a single layer on a large sheet pan is the real trick ā it lets the vegetables roast rather than steam, so you get those gorgeous caramelized edges instead of a soggy pile. This works just as well as a hearty side as it does a light main, and it comes together in one bowl and one pan, which means cleanup is mercifully easy.
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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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