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Easy California Blend Vegetables Recipe
Frozen veggies done better! Roast your California Blend Veggies with garlic, lemon, and parmesan cheese. Never settle for boring sides again!
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 76 kcal
Course:
Side Dish
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 32 ounces frozen California blend vegetables
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 medium lemon zest and juice
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place 32 ounces frozen California blend vegetables in a large bowl or resealable plastic bag. Add 2 teaspoons minced garlic, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Toss until the vegetables are evenly coated.
- Spread the coated vegetables in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the florets start to brown slightly and the carrots are tender-crisp.
- While the vegetables are baking zest 1 medium lemon and juice it.
- Remove the baking sheet from the oven. Drizzle the vegetables with the lemon juice and sprinkle the lemon zest and 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese on top. Serve immediately while hot.
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Notes
- Air Frying: Preheat your air fryer to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Toss your veggies in a bit of oil and your chosen seasonings. Arrange in a single layer in the fryer basket, then cook for 10-12 minutes until crispy, shaking the basket halfway through.
- Flavor Variations:
- Spicy Kick: Add up to 1/2 teaspoon of red pepper flakes with the seasonings before roasting.
- Herb Lovers: Add 1 teaspoon of dried herbs like rosemary, thyme, or Italian seasoning to the seasonings before roasting.
- Cheesy Options: Swap Parmesan for feta, mozzarella, or
- Garlicky Goodness: Double the garlic, or even triple for garlic lovers.
Nutrition Information
Serving
1serving
Calories
76kcal
(4%)
Carbohydrates
1g
(0%)
Protein
3g
(6%)
Fat
7g
(11%)
Saturated Fat
2g
(10%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
4g
Cholesterol
6mg
(2%)
Sodium
231mg
(10%)
Potassium
13mg
(0%)
Fiber
0.1g
(0%)
Sugar
0.1g
(0%)
Vitamin A
74IU
(1%)
Vitamin C
0.3mg
(0%)
Calcium
101mg
(10%)
Iron
0.1mg
(1%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 76
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 76kcal | 4% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 6mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 231mg | 10% |
| Potassium | 13mg | 0% |
| Fiber | 0.1g | 0% |
| Sugar | 0.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 74IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 0.3mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 101mg | 10% |
| Iron | 0.1mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.