In the heart of summer, vibrant and flavorful vegetables abound, presenting the perfect opportunity to tantalize taste buds with a captivating roasted summer vegetable dish. Whether you're seeking a colorful side dish to complement your main course or a delectable vegetarian main attraction, the possibilities are endless. This article will guide you through the art of selecting the freshest seasonal vegetables, selecting the perfect herbs and spices to elevate their flavors, and mastering the roasting techniques that will bring out their natural sweetness and caramelization. Get ready to embark on a culinary journey that celebrates the bounty of summer and leaves your palate craving more.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
ROASTED SUMMER VEGETABLES
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
- Trim the ends of the zucchinis and cut them diagonally in 3/4-inch-thick slices. (The slices will seem large, but they¿ll shrink while they cook.) Cut the peppers lengthwise in 1 1/2-inch-wide slices, discarding the core. Trim off the fennel stalks and cut the bulb through the core in 1-inch wedges. (Cutting through the core keeps the pieces intact.) Peel the onion and slice it in 1/4-inch-thick rounds, leaving the slices intact.
- Place the vegetables in groups on a sheet pan. Drizzle with the olive oil, add the garlic, and toss gently to be sure the vegetables are lightly coated with oil. Spread the vegetables in one layer on 2 sheet pans. (If they¿re crowded, they¿ll steam rather than roast.) Sprinkle with the salt and pepper and place the thyme sprigs on top. Roast for 15 minutes. Turn each piece and put the pans back in the oven for 5 to 10 minutes, until all the vegetables are crisp-tender. Sprinkle with extra salt and serve hot or at room temperature.
- Note: This recipe was doubled for this episode.
SHEET-PAN ROASTED SUMMER VEGETABLES
This side dish is summer on a sheet pan! Fresh veggies like peppers, squash and tomatoes are roasted, then topped with toasted bread crumbs mixed with lemon zest and garlic for a flavorful crunch. A basil garnish adds a burst of freshness.
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Side Dish
Time 55m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat oven to 450°F. Spray 18x13-inch rimmed sheet pan with cooking spray. On sheet pan, combine zucchini, summer squash, bell pepper, onion and tomatoes. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons of the oil, 3/4 teaspoon of the salt and the pepper; toss until vegetables are coated.
- Roast uncovered 25 to 30 minutes, stirring after 15 minutes, until vegetables are tender and just start to brown.
- Meanwhile, in 8-inch skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of the over medium heat. Add garlic; cook and stir 1 minute. Place garlic in small bowl. Add remaining 1 tablespoon oil to skillet; heat over medium heat. Add bread crumbs; stir to coat. Cook and stir 2 to 3 minutes or until lightly browned. Spoon into bowl with garlic. Add lemon zest and remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt; stir to mix. Sprinkle bread crumb mixture and basil over roasted vegetables.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 140, Carbohydrate 15 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 3 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 320 mg, Sugar 5 g, TransFat 0 g
PASTA WITH ROASTED SUMMER VEGETABLES AND BASIL
A bit of butter, parmesan cheese, and fresh basil transforms roasted vegetables into a flavorful sauce for pasta. You could easily modify this recipe to use any vegetables that are in season.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Pasta and Grains
Time 50m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees. Divide squash, tomatoes, onions, and garlic between two large rimmed baking sheets. Drizzle with oil, and season with salt and pepper; toss to coat and then spread evenly. Roast (without tossing) until tender and starting to brown, 30 to 40 minutes.
- Meanwhile, bring a large pot of water to a boil; add a generous amount of salt. Cook pasta until al dente according to package instructions. Drain, and return to pot.
- Add roasted vegetables, butter, parmesan, and basil to pot; season with salt and pepper, and toss gently with pasta to combine. Reheat over medium-low if necessary before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 513 g, Fat 24 g, Fiber 7 g, Protein 16 g
CROCK-ROASTED SUMMER VEGETABLES
Make and share this Crock-Roasted Summer Vegetables recipe from Food.com.
Provided by ratherbeswimmin
Categories Vegetable
Time 2h30m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Add all the vegetables to the slow cooker; add in the oil and basil.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste; toss to coat evenly.
- Cover and cook on HIGH 1 ½ to 2 hours or until the vegetables are just tender and still hold their shape.
- Serve sprinkled with the parsley and vinegar.
ROASTED LEG OF LAMB WITH SUMMER VEGETABLES RECIPE - (4.8/5)
Provided by cookism
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- 1. Preheat oven to 200C. Using a sharp paring knife, make 18 to 20 slits all over the lamb. Insert one or two slices of garlic, followed by small sprigs of rosemary into each slit. 2. Season with salt and black pepper. Roast the lamb for 60 to 90 minutes depending on your preferred doneness. To determine doneness, insert a meat thermometer into the thickest part of the lamb to check its internal temperature. 120 to 130F for rare, 130 to 140F for medium rare, 140 to 150 for medium and 150 to 165F for well done. As there will be carryover cooking, remove your lamb 5 to 10 degrees before your desired internal temperature. Wrap it in foil and allow to rest for at least 30 minutes before serving. 3. While the lamb is resting, make the sauce. Transfer leftover lamb juices from the roasting tin to a sauce pan. Allow it to boil and reduce. Pour in white wine and when the alcohol has evaporated, add in chicken stock. Bring it to a boil again and reduce by half till thick and flavorful. Sieve the mixture and stir in mustard. 4. For roasted summer vegetables, place potatoes in a pot of salted boiling water. Cook for 10 minutes or until a skewer can easily poke through the potatoes. Drain and cover pot with a lid. Fluff the potatoes by shaking the pot vigorously for a few times. Transfer to a baking sheet. Cut vegetables into small pieces of the same size and add them onto the baking sheet along with the potatoes. Add in whole garlic and rosemary leaves. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Drizzle a generous glug of olive oil over the vegetables and roast it for 50 minutes at 200C. Lastly, drizzle honey onto roasted vegetables and further bake for another 10 minutes till crisp, brown and slightly glossy. 5. Crave lamb into thin slices and serve with sauce and roasted summer vegetables.
OIL ROASTED SUMMER VEGETABLES
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375 Wash and dry vegetables, leaving stems intact. Arrange them in a shallow baking dish just large enough to hold them in a single layer. Drizzle with olive oil, then sprinkle coarse salt over all. (while it is possible to oversalt the dish, it can stand more salt than you might think. We use about 2 tbsp. Set the baking dish in the center of the over and bake until brown and slightly shriveled. Vegetables will not cook at the same rate. Zucchini and eggplant will be done in 30 minutes; potatoes can take longer. Remove individual vegetables as they become tender and arrange them on a serving plate. Cook to room temp and serve
TRADITIONAL GREEK SUMMER ROASTED VEGETABLES (BRIAMI)
A traditional Greek dish highlighting a variety of summer vegetables.
Provided by Marilena Leavitt
Categories Vegetarian Main Course
Time 1h30m
Yield 4-5
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Prepare all your vegetables by slicing the eggplants, potatoes, and zucchini into ½" slices. Next, chop the onions and the garlic, cut the peppers into 1" chunks, and mince the fresh herbs.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- Drizzle some of the olive oil into a large frying pan, set over medium heat. When the oil is hot, cook the eggplants for 5-6 minutes until they become soft and golden brown (you might need to add a bit more olive oil during the frying, as the eggplants absorb a good amount of olive oil as they cook). Transfer the eggplant to a large, ovenproof dish.
- To the same frying pan add some more olive oil, and, once the oil is heated, add the chopped onion and peppers. Cook for two minutes and add the garlic. Cook a few minutes more, then transfer to the baking dish.
- Add the potatoes and the zucchini to the baking dish-uncooked--and toss. Cut the tomatoes into chunks (or in half, if you are using cherry tomatoes), and add them to the dish along with the tomato passata, the dried and fresh herbs, and the remaining olive oil. Season everything generously with salt and pepper to taste and combine gently.
- Pour ¾ cup of the water into the corner of the baking dish then tilt it so the water distributes evenly.
- Bake for about 45-60 minutes, or, until the vegetables are soft and golden brown. Make sure to check the liquid in the dish (about half way through) and add the rest of the water if necessary. At the end of the cooking time, there should be just a little sauce at the bottom of the baking dish.
- Let the briam rest for 10 minutes or so to cool down slightly. Serve warm or at room temperature with some Greek Feta on the side and some delicious bread to mop up the sauce!
ROASTED SUMMER VEGETABLES
These veggies make a great side dish, used in salads, sandwiches or roasted chicken. From Southern Living Magazine
Provided by kittycatmom
Categories Peppers
Time 30m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cut eggplant into 1/4-inch-thick slices, and place in a single layer on paper towels. Sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoons salt, and let stand 20 minutes.
- Cut zucchini and yellow squash into 1/4-inch-thick slices. Cut bell pepper into 1/2-inch strips. Cut onion halves into 1/2-inch slices.
- Toss together vegetables, olive oil, remaining 1/2 teaspoons salt, and pepper; place in 3 lightly greased broiler pans or jelly-roll pans.
- Bake at 450° for 20 minutes or until vegetables are tender, stirring once. Remove from oven, and sprinkle evenly with basil and parsley.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 123.8, Fat 7.5, SaturatedFat 1.1, Sodium 404.6, Carbohydrate 13.4, Fiber 5.6, Sugar 7.8, Protein 3.4
Tips:
- Choose fresh, seasonal vegetables: The best roasted vegetables are made with fresh, in-season produce. This will ensure that your vegetables are flavorful and have the best texture.
- Cut your vegetables into uniform pieces: This will help them cook evenly. If your vegetables are different sizes, some pieces may be overcooked while others are still undercooked.
- Toss your vegetables with oil and seasonings: Before roasting, toss your vegetables with a little bit of oil and your favorite seasonings. This will help them brown and caramelize in the oven.
- Roast your vegetables at a high temperature: Roasting vegetables at a high temperature will help them get crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. Aim for a temperature between 425°F and 450°F.
- Don't overcrowd your roasting pan: If you overcrowd your roasting pan, the vegetables will steam instead of roast. Make sure there is enough space between the vegetables so that they can get crispy.
- Roast your vegetables until they are tender: The roasting time will vary depending on the type of vegetables you are using. Roast them until they are tender when pierced with a fork.
Conclusion:
Roasted summer vegetables are a delicious and healthy way to enjoy the bounty of the season. They are perfect for a side dish, main course, or appetizer. With a little planning and preparation, you can easily make roasted vegetables at home. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give roasted summer vegetables a try. You won't be disappointed!
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