Kid's Vitamin Veggies with Herb Butter
Brightly colored roasted vegetables tossed in a fragrant herb butter, packed with vitamins and loved by picky eaters. This American-inspired kid-friendly recipe, ready in about 35 minutes, pairs Broccoli florets, Carrots, Bell peppers for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 150 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 Broccoli florets
- 1 cup Carrots
- 1 cup Bell peppers
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
- 1/2 tsp Garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp Dried dill
- 2 tbsp Unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp Fresh parsley
- 1/2 tsp Lemon zest
- 1/4 tsp Salt
- a pinch Black pepper
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Toss the 2 cups broccoli florets, 1 cup carrot sticks, and 1 cup bell pepper strips with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, and 1/4 tsp dried dill on a baking sheet. Season with 1/4 tsp salt and a pinch of black pepper.
- Step 2: Roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until the vegetables are tender and slightly charred at the edges.
- Step 3: While the vegetables roast, combine the 2 tbsp softened unsalted butter, 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, and 1/2 tsp lemon zest in a small bowl until well mixed.
- Step 4: Remove the roasted vegetables from the oven and transfer to a serving dish. Drizzle with the herb butter mixture and toss gently to coat.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Kid's Vitamin Veggies with Herb Butter take to make?
Total time is about 35 minutes (10 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 Kid's Vitamin Veggies with Herb Butter?
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 broccoli florets from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Kid's Vitamin Veggies with Herb Butter?
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 Kid's Vitamin Veggies with Herb Butter 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 Kid's Vitamin Veggies with Herb Butter?
American kid friendly 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
- ★★★★★
The step-by-step instructions were super clear. Turned out perfect on my first try.
- ★★★★☆
Good flavors but the sauce was a bit thin. I'd reduce it longer.
- ★★★★☆
Good flavors but the sauce was a bit thin. I'd reduce it longer.
