Peacock Vegetables is a vibrant and colorful roasted vegetable medley, named for its eye-catching combination of reds, yellows, and greens. This dish showcases fresh summer produce like zucchini, sweet peppers, and squash, tossed in a flavorful balsamic-herb dressing and roasted to tender-crisp perfection. It’s a favorite side dish for its simplicity, bold colors, and bright, tangy flavor that pairs well with grilled meats, pasta, or grain bowls.
Ingredients
- 2 red onions (medium, cut into eighths)
- 2 yellow squash (medium, cut into ½-inch thick slices)
- 2 zucchini (medium, cut into ½-inch thick slices)
- 3 peppers (red, yellow, or green, cut into ½-inch strips)
- 4 cloves garlic (thinly sliced)
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped )
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
Instructions
Step 1: Prep Vegetables
- Cut onions into eighths. Slice squash, zucchini, and bell peppers into ½-inch pieces. Thinly slice garlic.
Step 2: Combine in Pan
- Place all chopped vegetables and garlic into a 13″ x 9″ baking dish.
Step 3: Mix Dressing
- In a screw-top jar, combine parsley, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, oregano, salt, and pepper. Shake well to mix.
Step 4: Toss and Bake
- Pour the dressing over the vegetables. Toss to coat evenly.
Step 5: Roast
- Bake in a preheated 425°F oven for about 25 minutes, stirring twice, until vegetables are tender-crisp.
Tips
- Add cherry tomatoes during the last 10 minutes of roasting for extra sweetness.
- Use fresh oregano instead of dried for brighter flavor (triple the amount).
- Add a pinch of crushed red pepper for light heat.
- Substitute rosemary or thyme for oregano for a different Mediterranean profile.
- Toss vegetables with Parmesan after cooking for a savory finish.
- Add mushrooms or eggplant to increase umami.
- Use a mix of colorful bell peppers for a more vibrant presentation.
- Serve over couscous, quinoa, or pasta to make it a full meal.
- Drizzle with extra balsamic reduction before serving for richer flavor.
- Roast on convection setting if available for extra caramelization.
Nutrition
Calories: 79kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 3gFat: 3gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 1mgSodium: 41mgPotassium: 532mgFiber: 3gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 601IUVitamin C: 76mgCalcium: 48mgIron: 1mg
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