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Sesame Roasted Vegetables

Sesame Roasted Vegetables: A Flavorful Vegan Delight

Sesame Roasted Vegetables is a delicious and nutritious dish, perfect for meal prep or a cozy dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Vegetables
  • 1 can Chickpeas Rinsed and drained
  • 1 medium Zucchini Chopped
  • 1 large Red Onion Chopped
  • 1 large Red Bell Pepper Chopped
For the Sauce
  • 3 tablespoons Low-Sodium Soy Sauce Or tamari for gluten-free
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced
  • 1 tablespoon Honey Or maple syrup for vegan
  • 2 tablespoons Toasted Sesame Oil Adds nutty flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil Can use any cooking oil
  • 1 tablespoon Rice Vinegar Or apple cider vinegar
  • 1 inch Fresh Ginger Grated
  • 1/2 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Adjust to taste
For the Tahini Yogurt Sauce
  • 1 cup Whole-Milk Greek Yogurt Or dairy-free yogurt for vegan
  • 1/4 cup Tahini
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Herbs Cilantro, basil, and mint
  • 2 tablespoons Toasted Sesame Seeds Optional but recommended
For Serving
  • 4 pieces Warm Pita Or rice/quinoa

Equipment

  • baking dish
  • Mixing Bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Preparing the Dish
  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and prepare a baking dish with nonstick spray.
  2. Combine chickpeas, zucchini, red onion, and red bell pepper in the baking dish.
  3. In a mixing bowl, whisk together soy sauce, minced garlic, honey, toasted sesame oil, olive oil, rice vinegar, ginger, and red pepper flakes. Pour over the vegetables and toss gently.
  4. Bake for 35 to 45 minutes, stirring every 15 minutes, until tender and lightly browned.
  5. For the garlic tahini yogurt sauce, mix yogurt, tahini, lime juice, and grated garlic. Season and refrigerate.
  6. Serve the roasted vegetables on a platter topped with the yogurt sauce, fresh herbs, and sesame seeds. Pair with warm pita.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 10gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 500mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 8gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 35mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days. Reheat gently in the oven to maintain texture.

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