Parmesan Encrusted Fiesta Veggies

Bring a burst of color and flavor to your table with Parmesan Encrusted Fiesta Veggies! This vibrant medley of zucchini, bell peppers, carrots, and red onion is seasoned with a bold blend of spices—garlic powder, chili powder, cumin, and paprika—for a zesty kick. The vegetables are then topped with a golden, crispy layer of Parmesan cheese and Panko breadcrumbs, creating the perfect balance of tender and crunchy textures. Quick to prepare and ready in just 40 minutes, this oven-roasted vegetable dish makes an irresistible side or a satisfying vegetarian main. Garnished with fresh parsley, it’s a healthy, flavorful, and crowd-pleasing recipe that will steal the show at your dinner table. Perfect for adding a little fiesta to weeknight dinners or entertaining guests!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 medium Zucchini
• 1 large Red bell pepper
• 1 large Yellow bell pepper
• 1 medium Red onion
• 2 medium Carrots
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Chili powder
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 0.75 cup Parmesan cheese
• 0.5 cup Panko breadcrumbs
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with olive oil.

Step 2

Wash and chop the zucchini, red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, and red onion into evenly sized chunks or slices. Peel and slice the carrots into thin coins.

Step 3

Place all the vegetables in a large mixing bowl. Drizzle olive oil over the vegetables and toss to coat evenly.

Step 4

In a small bowl, mix together the garlic powder, chili powder, paprika, ground cumin, salt, and ground black pepper.

Step 5

Sprinkle the spice mixture over the vegetables and toss again to combine, ensuring the vegetables are evenly coated.

Step 6

In a separate small bowl, mix together the grated Parmesan cheese and Panko breadcrumbs.

Step 7

Spread the spiced vegetables evenly across the prepared baking sheet in a single layer. Sprinkle the Parmesan and breadcrumb mixture generously over the top of the vegetables.

Step 8

Bake the vegetables in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until they are tender and the Parmesan topping is golden brown and crispy.

Step 9

Remove the vegetables from the oven and let cool for a few minutes. Optionally, garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.

Step 10

Serve warm as a side dish or enjoy as a flavorful vegetarian main course.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1213.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1165.9

Total Fat 67.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 20.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.4g
Cholesterol 66.7mg	0%
Sodium 6900.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 108.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.0g	0%
Total Sugars 46.4g
Protein 39.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 874.1mg	0%
Iron 7.4mg	0%
Potassium 2444.0mg	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: 50.8%

Protein: 13.2%

Carbs: 36.0%