Sesame Free Roasted Mediterranean Vegetables with Turmeric and Herbs
Colorful, fragrant, and deeply satisfying, this sheet pan dish brings together the best of summer produce and pantry staples in one gloriously caramelized tray. Zucchini, squash, two kinds of bell pepper, red onion, and cherry tomatoes all roast together until their edges turn golden and sweet, while chickpeas crisp up just enough to add a little bite. Ground turmeric gives everything a warm, earthy backbone, and smoked paprika and cumin layer in that unmistakably Mediterranean depth. A hit of fresh lemon juice at the end brightens the whole thing up beautifully. Many store-bought spice blends and sauces sneak in sesame in unexpected forms, but this recipe keeps things completely clean — every ingredient is straightforward and easy to verify. Scattered with fresh flat-leaf parsley and optional crumbled feta, it's the kind of dish that looks like you spent far more effort than you actually did. Serve it as a hearty vegetarian main or alongside grilled protein for a weeknight dinner that genuinely earns its place in the rotation.
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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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