Are you seeking a delightful and nutritious vegetarian dish to impress your taste buds and nourish your body? Look no further! In this comprehensive guide, we'll unveil the secrets to creating an exquisite "herb vegetable melody" that will tantalize your palate and leave you craving for more. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey where vibrant vegetables dance harmoniously with an array of aromatic herbs, transforming your kitchen into a symphony of flavors. With simple techniques and readily available ingredients, we'll guide you in crafting a delightful masterpiece that nourishes both your body and soul.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
HERB VEGETABLE MEDLEY
This pretty Herb Vegetable Medley is dressed for company or a special at-home dinner with flecks of basil and thyme. It makes the perfect side for grilled chicken, fish or almost any entree! Taryn Kuebelbeck - Plymouth, MN
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place vegetables and water in a microwave-safe bowl. Cover and microwave on high for 9-11 minutes or until vegetables are tender. , Meanwhile, combine the thyme, basil, salt and pepper. Drain vegetables; drizzle with oil and vinegar. Sprinkle with seasoning mixture and toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 58 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 151mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
ROASTED VEGETABLE MEDLEY WITH FRESH HERBS
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Line 2 large baking sheets with sides with foil or parchment paper ( non bleach type only).
- Using a large mixing bowl, toss all of the vegetables with canola oil, garlic and Cookies Flavor Enhancer.
- Divide the vegetables between the 2 pans, spread them out into an even single layer, with space between each chunk. Roast the vegetables uncovered until tender and golden brown, stirring and flipping half way through cooking time.
- After stirring and flipping, sprinkle with fresh thyme and the chopped rosemary, continue cooking. Total cooking time should be around 45 minutes. Toss and top with fresh herbs and use the remaining sprigs of rosemary for garnish. Serve warm.
ROASTED ROOT VEGETABLE MEDLEY
Serve Food Network's Roasted Root Vegetable Medley recipe, which includes carrots, beets, parsnips, turnips and potatoes, alongside a meaty main.
Provided by Food Network
Categories side-dish
Time 1h15m
Yield 10 to 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
- Put all the vegetables and the herb sprigs in a large baking dish. Season well with salt and black pepper, drizzle generously with olive oil, and toss them with your hands to coat them evenly.
- Put the baking dish in the preheated oven and cook, stirring the vegetables occasionally, until they are tender and golden brown, about 45 minutes. Serve the vegetables from their baking dish or transfer them to a platter to accompany a roasted main course.
ROASTED VEGETABLE MEDLEY
This roasted vegetables dish is good with any meat, but I especially like it with pork. And because the vegetables can be prepared in advance, I have more time to enjoy my dinner guests. -Shirley Beauregard, Grand Junction, Colorado
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 55m
Yield 7 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425°. In a large bowl, combine potatoes, red peppers, squash, sweet potato and onion. In a small bowl, whisk oil, vinegar and seasonings. Pour over vegetables and toss to coat., Transfer to two greased 15x10x1-in. baking pans. Bake, uncovered, until tender, stirring occasionally, 30-40 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 152 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 347mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
VEGETABLE MEDLEY
A vegetable medley that is soooo good!
Provided by UPPERAIRS
Categories Side Dish Vegetables
Time 2h10m
Yield 5
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Coat the bottom of a 9x13 inch baking dish with oil. Spread sweet potatoes on the bottom, then top with red potatoes, onion, garlic, green bell peppers, red bell peppers and carrots. Sprinkle seasoning generously over all and cover dish with aluminum foil.
- Bake at 350 degrees F 1 1/2 hours or until potatoes are cooked through and tender; remove foil cover and stir.
- Change oven temperature to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C) and bake mixture in oven for another 1/2 hour, or until browned on top.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 319.9 calories, Carbohydrate 50.2 g, Fat 11.7 g, Fiber 8 g, Protein 6.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Sodium 48.5 mg, Sugar 10.4 g
ROASTED VEGETABLE MEDLEY
This colorful dish has the perfect blend of sweet and savory. It is simple to prepare and can be served as a side dish, salad, or light meal. Feel free to substitute whatever veggies and herbs you have on hand.
Provided by Lorelei
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Sweet Potatoes
Time 1h55m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Grease 2 baking sheets with 1 tablespoon olive oil.
- Place the yams, parsnips, and carrots onto the baking sheets. Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, then add the zucchini and asparagus, and drizzle with the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Continue baking until all of the vegetables are tender, about 30 minutes more. Once tender, remove from the oven, and allow to cool for 30 minutes on the baking sheet.
- Toss the roasted peppers together with the garlic, basil, salt, and pepper in a large bowl until combined. Add the roasted vegetables, and toss to mix. Serve at room temperature or cold.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 190.7 calories, Carbohydrate 34.6 g, Fat 5 g, Fiber 7.5 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 256.5 mg, Sugar 5.5 g
BABY VEGETABLE MEDLEY
By The Canadian Living Test Kitchen. Crisp, herb-scented vegetables herald spring. You can replace the baby zucchini and squash with two each sweet yellow peppers and zucchini, thickly sliced, and still keep the colours of the dish.
Provided by Clean Plate Club
Categories Vegetable
Time 28m
Yield 12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Trim sugar snap peas.
- Peel and slice carrots into 1/2-inch (1 cm) thick diagonal slices.
- Cut asparagus, squash and zucchini diagonally in half.
- Set vegetables aside separately.
- In large saucepan of boiling salted water, blanch carrots for 1 minute.
- Add peas and asparagus; blanch for 1 minute.
- Using slotted spoon, transfer vegetables to large bowl of ice water to chill; drain and set aside. (Make-ahead: Wrap in towel then plastic bag; refrigerate for up to 24 hours.).
- In large skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat;
- sauté shallots just until softened, about 1 minute.
- Add squash and zucchini; sauté until slightly softened and golden, about 4 minutes.
- Add blanched vegetables and thyme; sauté until hot and glossy, about 3 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 81.1, Fat 3.4, SaturatedFat 1.9, Cholesterol 7.6, Sodium 46, Carbohydrate 11.6, Fiber 4.1, Sugar 3.8, Protein 4.3
GRILLED HERBED MUSHROOM VEGETABLE MEDLEY
Make and share this Grilled Herbed Mushroom Vegetable Medley recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Karen From Colorado
Categories Vegetable
Time 40m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Clean and prepare mushrooms by slicing a thin slice off the bottom of each stem.
- Thinly slice mushroom stems and caps.
- Combine mushrooms, bell pepper, zucchini and squash in a large bowl.
- Combine melted butter, thyme, basil, chives, garlic, salt and pepper in a small bowl.
- Pour over vegetables and toss to coat well.
- Transfer to a 20x14 inch sheet of heavy duty foil.
- Wrap into a packet sealing edges well, leaving space for heat to circulate.
- Grill on covered grill over medium coals 20 to 25 minutes or until vegetables are fork tender.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 111.3, Fat 9.2, SaturatedFat 5.6, Cholesterol 22.9, Sodium 232.2, Carbohydrate 6.4, Fiber 2.1, Sugar 4.3, Protein 2.6
MEDLEY OF ROOT VEGETABLES WITH CIPOLINE ONIONS AND HERBS
Categories Onion Roast Christmas Thanksgiving Wheat/Gluten-Free Rosemary Beet Carrot Parsnip Turnip Fall Thyme Rutabaga Christmas Eve Bon Appétit
Yield Makes 8 to 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425°F. Spray large rimmed baking sheet with nonstick spray. Mix thyme and next 3 ingredients in large bowl. Transfer half of herb mixture to small bowl; set aside. Add oil to herb mixture in large bowl. Transfer 1 1/2 tablespoons herb-oil mixture to medium bowl; add beets and toss to coat. Add remaining vegetables to herb-oil mixture in large bowl; toss to coat. Transfer vegetables and beets to prepared baking sheet, placing beets in 1 corner to avoid coloring other vegetables. Sprinkle vegetables with salt and pepper. Roast until brown and tender, stirring once, about 40 minutes.
- Mix broth and balsamic vinegar into reserved herb mixture in small bowl. Pour over roasted vegetables. Roast until liquid evaporates and vegetables are slightly glazed, about 5 minutes. Serve hot or at room temperature.
- *Available at specialty foods stores and some supermarkets.
Tips:
- Mise en Place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all the ingredients and tools you need. This will help you stay organized and prevent any scrambling.
- Use Fresh Herbs: Fresh herbs add a burst of flavor to any dish. If you can, use fresh herbs whenever possible.
- Don't Overcook the Vegetables: Vegetables should be cooked until they are tender-crisp. Overcooking will make them mushy and bland.
- Use a Variety of Vegetables: Don't be afraid to mix and match different vegetables in your medley. This will add variety and flavor to the dish.
- Season to Taste: Always taste your food before serving and adjust the seasonings as needed.
Conclusion:
Herb and vegetable medleys are a delicious and healthy way to enjoy your favorite vegetables. They are also a great way to use up leftover vegetables. With a little planning and preparation, you can easily create a medley that is both flavorful and nutritious. So next time you're looking for a side dish or a light meal, give one of these recipes a try. You won't be disappointed!
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