Description
This quick and healthy roasted vegetable dish features bright asparagus, tender zucchini, and sweet yellow squash tossed with olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Roasted to caramelized perfection, it delivers vibrant flavor, fiber‑rich nutrition, and a low‑calorie profile, perfect for busy weeknight sides or meal‑prep. Serves four, ready in under 35 minutes, and pairs beautifully with grilled proteins or grain salads. Enjoy it hot or chilled for versatile serving toda
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
- 2 medium zucchinis, sliced
- 2 medium yellow squashes, sliced
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, juiced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Trim asparagus, slice zucchini and squash.
- Toss vegetables with olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, salt and pepper.
- Spread on a parchment‑lined baking sheet.
- Roast 20‑25 minutes, turning halfway, until tender and caramelized.
- Garnish with fresh herbs and serve.
Notes
- For extra crunch
- add toasted pine nuts after roasting. Adjust seasoning to taste. Can be served warm or chilled.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Healthy Asparagus with Zucchini and Squash, easy roasted vegetables, healthy side dish, asparagus zucchini squash recipe, low calorie dinner side, quick vegetable side, oven roasted asparagus, vegetarian side dish, spring vegetable recipe