Cartomancer's Secret Spice Rub for Roasted Vegetables
A deceptively simple spice blend that reveals complex layers of flavor when applied to roasted vegetables. This Mediterranean-inspired vegetarian recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs mixed vegetables, smoked paprika, garlic powder 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
- 3 cups mixed vegetables
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ¼ tsp sea salt
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Toss 3 cups mixed vegetables (chopped carrots, zucchini, bell peppers) with 1 tbsp olive oil until evenly coated.
- Step 2: Whisk together 1 tsp smoked paprika, ½ tsp garlic powder, ½ tsp onion powder, and ¼ tsp sea salt in a small bowl.
- Step 3: Sprinkle the spice mixture evenly over vegetables, then spread in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Roast for 20-25 minutes, stirring once halfway, until vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized at the edges.
