Delicious California Vegetable Bake Recipe

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Delicious California Vegetable Bake Recipe
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
45 mins
Total Time:
65mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on February 08, 2024

This California Vegetable Bake is a flavorful and nutritious dish that is perfect for a healthy dinner. Filled with a variety of colorful vegetables, this bake is both visually stunning and delicious. The combination of bell peppers, zucchini, eggplant, and tomatoes creates a burst of flavors that will satisfy your taste buds. The vegetables are seasoned with a blend of herbs and spices, then baked to perfection. Serve this vegetable bake as a main course or a side dish. It's a great way to enjoy the bounty of fresh produce California has to offer.

Ingredients

  • 2 bell peppers
  • 1 zucchini
  • 1 eggplant
  • 4 tomatoes
  • 2 cloves of garlic
  • 1 onion
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Slice the bell peppers, zucchini, eggplant, and tomatoes into thin rounds.
  3. Mince the garlic and finely chop the onion.
  4. In a large bowl, combine the sliced vegetables, minced garlic, chopped onion, olive oil, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper. Toss well to coat the vegetables evenly with the seasoning.
  5. Transfer the seasoned vegetables to a baking dish, spreading them out in an even layer.
  6. Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the top of the vegetables.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and lightly browned.
  8. Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
  9. Serve the California Vegetable Bake as a main course or a side dish. Enjoy!

Interesting Facts

  • This dish is inspired by the abundance of fresh vegetables in California.
  • California is known for its vibrant produce markets and farm-to-table cuisine.
  • Vegetable bakes are a popular and healthy way to enjoy a variety of seasonal vegetables.