Vegetable Sheet Pan with Herbs
A colorful array of roasted vegetables and herbs, caramelized to perfection on a single sheet pan for an easy, one-pan meal that's bursting with flavor. This mediterranean-inspired sheet pan ready in about 40 minutes pairs cherry tomatoes, olive oil, dried oregano 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
- 1 medium (about 150g), diced into 1/2-inch cubes zucchini
- 1 medium (about 150g), diced into 1/2-inch cubes yellow squash
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1/2, sliced into 1/2-inch thick rings red onion
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup, chopped fresh parsley
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Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Toss the diced zucchini, yellow squash, cherry tomatoes, and red onion with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp dried oregano, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper on a large rimmed baking sheet.
- Step 2: Spread the vegetables in a single layer and roast for 25-30 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until the vegetables are tender and slightly caramelized around the edges.
- Step 3: Remove from the oven and immediately sprinkle with 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Vegetable Sheet Pan with Herbs take to make?
Total time is about 40 minutes (10 min prep + 30 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 Vegetable Sheet Pan with Herbs?
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 Vegetable Sheet Pan with Herbs?
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 Vegetable Sheet Pan with Herbs 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 Vegetable Sheet Pan with Herbs?
Mediterranean sheet pan 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.
- ★★★★☆
Really good but took about 10 minutes longer than stated.
- ★★★★☆
Almost perfect — just needed a squeeze of lemon at the end.