Pescatarian Roasted Mediterranean Vegetables with Turmeric and Herbs
A single sheet pan and a handful of bold spices are all it takes to turn everyday vegetables into something genuinely crave-worthy. Zucchini, summer squash, two colors of bell pepper, red onion, and cherry tomatoes all roast together at high heat until their edges caramelize and concentrate into something deeply savory and a little sweet. Chickpeas go in right alongside them, picking up a satisfying crispness that makes the whole dish feel substantial enough to stand on its own. Turmeric, cumin, and smoked paprika do the heavy lifting on flavor, while a hit of fresh lemon juice at the end keeps everything bright and balanced. Garlic gets added halfway through so it toasts rather than burns, which is a small step that makes a noticeable difference. Finished with chopped flat-leaf parsley and optional crumbled feta, this is the kind of colorful, plant-forward dish that looks like you put in far more effort than you actually did — perfect as a weeknight main or a crowd-pleasing side.
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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
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ¾ tsp salt
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
For serving
- 2 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, roughly chopped
- ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°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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