Lemon-Garlic Roasted Vegetables with Fresh Herbs

By Lauren Mitchell, Test Kitchen Director · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-11 · Updated 2026-06-11

A vibrant medley of seasonal vegetables roasted with garlic, olive oil, and fresh herbs, brightened with lemon juice for a flavorful vegan side dish. This mediterranean-inspired vegan ready in about 40 minutes pairs zucchini, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds, red bell pepper, chopped, medium red onion, cut into wedges for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 120 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
• 2 cups zucchini, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
• 1 cup red bell pepper, chopped
• 1 medium red onion, cut into wedges
• 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat the oven to 425°F. In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups peeled and chopped carrots, 2 cups sliced zucchini, 1 cup chopped red bell pepper, and 1 medium red onion cut into wedges.
2. Step 2: Add 3 tbsp olive oil, 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves to the vegetables. Toss thoroughly to coat everything evenly.
3. Step 3: Spread the vegetables in a single layer on a large baking sheet. Roast in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway through, until vegetables are tender and caramelized at the edges.
4. Step 4: Remove from oven and immediately drizzle with 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice and sprinkle 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley. Toss gently to combine and serve warm.