Citric Acid Free Roasted Mediterranean Vegetables with Turmeric and Herbs
Colorful, fragrant, and deeply satisfying, this sheet pan dish brings together tender zucchini, sweet bell peppers, caramelized onion, juicy cherry tomatoes, and lightly crisped chickpeas in one glorious roast. The warm spice blend of turmeric, cumin, and smoked paprika gives everything a golden, earthy depth that feels both comforting and vibrant. For anyone navigating a citric acid sensitivity, Mediterranean-inspired cooking can be tricky since many spice blends, canned goods, and condiments sneak in citric acid as a preservative ā but every ingredient here is straightforward and easy to vet. The chickpeas are simply drained and rinsed, the seasoning is built from whole spices you control, and the only bright note comes from a small squeeze of fresh lemon juice at the very end. Roasting at high heat on a single layer sheet pan is the real secret ā it drives off moisture and coaxes caramelized edges rather than steaming everything into mush. A scatter of fresh flat-leaf parsley and optional crumbled feta finishes the dish with freshness and a little salty richness. It works beautifully as a standalone vegetarian main or alongside grains, and the leftovers reheat wonderfully the next day.
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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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