Description
Mediterranean roasted garlic herb potatoes elevate vegetables with simple seasonings. Crisp edges, golden-brown surfaces, and herbal notes make this dish a delightful side for you to savor alongside grilled meats or as a satisfying vegetarian option.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 tbsps olive oil (divided)
- 1 ¼ pounds baby potatoes (halved)
- 1 pound medium carrots (cut into 2-inch pieces)
- 12 ounces zucchini (cut into 1-inch pieces)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tbsp fresh rosemary (minced)
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme (minced)
- Salt (to taste)
- Freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Preparation: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C), positioning rack centrally for consistent heat distribution.
- Seasoning Vegetables: In a large bowl, coat potatoes and carrots with olive oil, thyme, rosemary, kosher salt, and black pepper, ensuring comprehensive coverage.
- Initial Roasting: Arrange seasoned potatoes and carrots in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet, roast for 20 minutes to develop golden caramelization.
- Zucchini Integration: Remove baking sheet, add zucchini slices and minced garlic, gently mixing to distribute aromatics and enhance flavor profile.
- Final Roasting: Return vegetable medley to oven, continue roasting for 15-20 minutes until all vegetables reach a perfect tender-crisp texture with beautifully caramelized edges.
Notes
- Optimize Vegetable Sizing: Cut vegetables into uniform, bite-sized pieces to ensure even cooking and consistent caramelization throughout the dish.
- Strategic Layering Technique: Spread vegetables in a single layer on the baking sheet to prevent steaming and promote beautiful golden-brown edges.
- Garlic Timing Matters: Add minced garlic in the final roasting stage to prevent burning and preserve its delicate, sweet flavor profile.
- Herb Freshness Boost: Use fresh herbs like thyme and rosemary for maximum aromatic intensity and vibrant flavor compared to dried alternatives.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg