Roasted Mediterranean Greek Vegetables (Printable)

Tender roasted vegetables with herbs, lemon, and feta for a vibrant Mediterranean side or main.

# What You Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 medium eggplant, cut into 1-inch cubes
02 - 2 medium zucchini, 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 Add-ins

15 - 1/2 cup pitted Kalamata olives, optional
16 - 3.5 ounces feta cheese, crumbled, 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, zucchini, 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 Tips:

01 -
  • It turns simple vegetables into something deeply flavorful without any fuss or complicated techniques.
  • Leftovers taste incredible cold from the fridge or tucked into pita the next day.
  • You can adjust the vegetables based on what's in season or what needs to be used up.
  • It works as a side, a main, or even a topping for grain bowls and pasta.
02 -
  • Don't skip the space between vegetables on the baking sheet or they'll steam instead of caramelize.
  • Add the garlic and tomatoes later in the roasting process so they don't burn or turn bitter.
  • Taste before serving and adjust salt, lemon, or pepper to bring out the flavors fully.
03 -
  • Prep all your vegetables the night before and store them in the fridge so you can toss and roast in minutes.
  • Use parchment paper on the baking sheet for easier cleanup and to prevent sticking.
  • Let the vegetables rest for five minutes after roasting so the flavors settle and the feta softens perfectly.
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