Alexandria-Inspired Herb and Garlic Roasted Vegetables

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-07 · Updated 2026-05-07

Colorful roasted vegetables tossed with fragrant garlic and herbs, celebrating fresh community flavors near Alexandria, VA. This Mediterranean-inspired Easter recipe, ready in about 40 minutes, pairs red bell pepper, sliced, zucchini, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds, red onion, quartered for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 140 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 2 cups carrots, peeled and cut into 1-inch pieces
• 1 cup red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 cup zucchini, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
• 1 cup red onion, quartered
• 4 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tbsp fresh rosemary, chopped
• 1 tbsp fresh thyme, chopped
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups peeled and chopped carrots, 1 cup sliced red bell pepper, 1 cup sliced zucchini, and 1 cup quartered red onion.
2. Step 2: Add 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary, 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme, 3 tablespoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Toss thoroughly to coat all vegetables evenly.
3. Step 3: Spread vegetables in a single layer on a large baking sheet. Roast in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway, until vegetables are tender and edges are caramelized.
4. Step 4: Remove from oven and serve warm as a vibrant side dish or over grains for a hearty meal.