Roasted Mediterranean Greek Vegetables (Printable)

Tender roasted vegetables with Mediterranean herbs and tangy feta.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 medium eggplant, cut into 1-inch cubes
02 - 2 medium zucchinis, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
03 - 1 red bell pepper, seeded and cut into 1-inch pieces
04 - 1 yellow bell pepper, seeded and cut into 1-inch pieces
05 - 1 large red onion, cut into wedges
06 - 1 pint cherry tomatoes

→ Seasonings and Oil

07 - 6 cloves garlic, minced
08 - 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
09 - 1 teaspoon dried oregano
10 - 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
11 - 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
12 - 1 teaspoon salt, or to taste
13 - 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
14 - Juice of 1/2 lemon

→ Garnishes and Optional Additions

15 - 1/2 cup pitted Kalamata olives, optional
16 - 3.5 ounces crumbled feta cheese, optional
17 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F and position a rack in the middle.
02 - In a large bowl, combine the eggplant, zucchinis, red and yellow bell peppers, and red onion. Add olive oil, oregano, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Toss until the vegetables are evenly coated.
03 - Spread the vegetables in a single layer on a large rimmed baking sheet, leaving space between pieces for even roasting.
04 - Roast for 20 minutes. Remove the baking sheet and gently stir or flip the vegetables.
05 - Add the cherry tomatoes and minced garlic to the pan, mixing them in with the other vegetables. Return to the oven and roast for an additional 10 to 12 minutes, until all vegetables are tender and lightly caramelized at the edges.
06 - Remove from the oven. Drizzle immediately with lemon juice and add Kalamata olives if using. Toss gently.
07 - Transfer to a serving platter. Sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese and chopped parsley. Serve warm or at room temperature.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The vegetables get sweet and slightly charred at the edges, giving every bite a deep, roasted flavor that feels indulgent.
  • It works just as well as a main dish with crusty bread or as a side to grilled chicken or fish.
  • You can prep everything the night before and just toss it in the oven when you get home.
  • Leftovers taste incredible the next day, cold from the fridge or gently reheated.
02 -
  • Do not add the garlic at the beginning or it will burn and turn bitter, learned that the hard way on my second attempt.
  • Let the vegetables have space on the pan, overcrowding creates steam and you lose that beautiful caramelization.
  • Taste the dish before serving and add a pinch more salt or a squeeze more lemon if it needs brightness.
03 -
  • Use a large enough pan so the vegetables are not piled on top of each other, or split them between two pans if needed.
  • Roast the vegetables until they are actually golden and slightly charred, not just soft, that is where the flavor lives.
  • Finish with flaky sea salt right before serving for a little textural surprise and extra flavor pop.
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