Garlic Herb Roasted Potatoes, Carrots, and Zucchini
This Garlic Herb Roasted Potatoes, Carrots, and Zucchini recipe is a simple yet flavorful side dish that brings out the natural sweetness of the vegetables while enhancing them with aromatic herbs and garlic. Perfectly roasted to golden perfection, this dish is healthy, delicious, and pairs well with a variety of main courses. Plus, it’s gluten-free, dairy-free, vegan, and Whole30-friendly!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 5 servings
- Category: Side Dish, Vegetables
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Healthy, Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
- 1¼ pounds baby potatoes, halved
- 1 pound medium carrots, scrubbed and cut into 2-inch pieces
- 3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme
- 1 tablespoon minced fresh rosemary
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 12 ounces zucchini, trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
Instructions
- Preheat Oven – Set to 400ºF (200ºC) and position a rack in the middle.
- Season Potatoes and Carrots – Toss the halved potatoes and carrot pieces with 2½ tablespoons olive oil, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Initial Roasting – Spread the seasoned potatoes and carrots on a rimmed baking sheet in a single layer. Roast for 20 minutes.
- Prepare Zucchini – While roasting, toss zucchini pieces with the remaining ½ tablespoon olive oil and a sprinkle of salt.
- Combine Vegetables – After 20 minutes, remove the baking sheet from the oven. Add zucchini and minced garlic, tossing everything together. Spread out evenly.
- Continue Roasting – Return to the oven and roast for another 20 minutes, or until all vegetables are tender and slightly browned.
- Serve – Remove from the oven and serve warm.
Notes
- Even Roasting: Cut vegetables into uniform sizes to ensure even cooking.
- Extra Flavor: Add paprika, cumin, or chili flakes for a flavor boost.
- Cheesy Finish: Sprinkle with Parmesan or feta in the last 5 minutes of roasting.
- Meal Prep Friendly: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
