Gut Friendly Roasted Mediterranean Vegetables with Turmeric and Herbs
Colorful, fragrant, and deeply satisfying, this sheet pan dish brings together tender zucchini, sweet bell peppers, jammy cherry tomatoes, and lightly crisped chickpeas in one glorious roast. The combination of turmeric, cumin, and smoked paprika does serious flavor work here ā warm and earthy without being heavy, and genuinely good for your digestive system. Chickpeas provide plant-based protein and fiber that support a happy gut, while the rainbow of vegetables delivers a broad spectrum of nutrients in every bite. Roasting everything at high heat on a single layer is the key move ā it drives off moisture and creates those caramelized edges that make vegetables taste almost sweet and nutty. A squeeze of fresh lemon juice at the end brightens the whole pan and ties the spices together beautifully. Scattered parsley adds a pop of freshness, and a little crumbled feta on top (if you're going for it) gives just enough creamy saltiness to round things out. It's the kind of recipe that looks impressive, requires minimal effort, and leaves you feeling genuinely good after eating it.
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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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