Pan Roasted Fresh Vegetable Medley

Elevate your side dish game with this vibrant and flavorful Pan Roasted Fresh Vegetable Medley, a quick and easy recipe that’s ready in just 30 minutes! This colorful medley combines crisp carrots, sweet red bell pepper, tender zucchini, and yellow squash, brought to life with the aromatic touch of fresh garlic and thyme. Expertly sautéed in olive oil until golden and finished with a zesty splash of lemon juice, these pan-roasted vegetables achieve the perfect balance of tenderness and crunch. Whether served warm alongside your favorite protein or atop a bed of grains, this versatile dish is a healthy, gluten-free delight bursting with wholesome goodness and Mediterranean-inspired flavor. Perfect for weeknight dinners or holiday gatherings, this recipe is a must-try for vegetable lovers!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 medium-sized Zucchini
• 1 medium-sized Yellow squash
• 1 large Red bell pepper
• 2 medium-sized Carrots
• 1 medium-sized Red onion
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry all the vegetables.

Step 2

Cut the zucchini and yellow squash into half-moons about 1/4-inch thick.

Step 3

Core and deseed the red bell pepper, then slice it into strips.

Step 4

Peel the carrots and slice them into thin rounds.

Step 5

Peel and slice the red onion into thin wedges.

Step 6

Mince the garlic cloves.

Step 7

Heat the olive oil in a large, heavy-bottomed skillet or frying pan over medium heat.

Step 8

Once the oil is hot, add the carrots and cook for 2 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 9

Add the red bell pepper and cook for another 2 minutes.

Step 10

Add the zucchini, yellow squash, and red onion to the pan. Stir gently to combine.

Step 11

Sprinkle the minced garlic, fresh thyme leaves, salt, and black pepper over the vegetables. Stir well to evenly distribute the seasoning.

Step 12

Continue cooking for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are tender but still slightly crisp and develop a light golden color.

Step 13

Remove the pan from heat. Drizzle the lemon juice over the vegetables and give them a final toss.

Step 14

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 15

Serve warm as a side dish or over cooked grains for a light meal. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(861.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	525.2

Total Fat 30.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3151.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 59.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.0g	0%
Total Sugars 36.9g
Protein 8.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 170.5mg	0%
Iron 3.2mg	0%
Potassium 1847.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 50.0%

Protein: 6.4%

Carbs: 43.6%