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
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Slice the bell peppers, zucchini, eggplant, and tomatoes into thin rounds.
- Mince the garlic and finely chop the onion.
- 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.
- Transfer the seasoned vegetables to a baking dish, spreading them out in an even layer.
- Sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the top of the vegetables.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and lightly browned.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before serving.
- 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.