Herb-Roasted Vegetable Medley with Cherry Tomatoes
A colorful mix of vegetables roasted to tender perfection, featuring sweet cherry tomatoes and aromatic herbs. This american-inspired vegetarian ready in about 40 minutes pairs cherry tomatoes, medium zucchini, red bell pepper for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 180 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
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium zucchini
- 1 red bell pepper
- 1 yellow bell pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Step 2: In a large bowl, toss together 1 cup cherry tomatoes, 1 medium zucchini cut into 1/2-inch thick rounds, 1 red bell pepper cut into 1/2-inch pieces, and 1 yellow bell pepper cut into 1/2-inch pieces with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp dried oregano, 1/2 tsp dried thyme, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper until evenly coated.
- Step 3: Spread vegetables in a single layer on the baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until tender and slightly caramelized.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Herb-Roasted Vegetable Medley with Cherry Tomatoes take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (15 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Herb-Roasted Vegetable Medley with Cherry Tomatoes?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep cherry tomatoes from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Herb-Roasted Vegetable Medley with Cherry Tomatoes?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Herb-Roasted Vegetable Medley with Cherry Tomatoes for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Herb-Roasted Vegetable Medley with Cherry Tomatoes?
American vegetarian like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
What others are saying
- ★★★★★
Easy to make and impressed my dinner guests. The garlic herb crust on the veggies was divine—will be a staple.
- ★★★★★
Perfect for a healthy weeknight meal. The medley was so vibrant and the tomatoes added the perfect burst of sweetness.
- ★★★★★
This recipe transformed my weeknight dinners! The herbs and cherry tomatoes made the veggies sing, and my picky eaters actually asked for seconds.
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