Mexican Roasted Vegetables

Name: Mexican Roasted Vegetables
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Ingredients: 2 cups broccoli florets; 2 cups cauliflower florets; 3 carrots, (sliced into rounds); 1 large zucchini, (halved lengthwise and sliced); 1 large yellow squash, (halved lengthwise and sliced); 1 large red bell pepper, (chopped into 1-inch pieces); 1 large red onion, (chopped into 1-inch chunks); 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/4 teaspoon chili powder; 1/4 teaspoon ground coriander; 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 lime, (juiced (about 2 tablespoons)); 2 tablespoons crumbled feta or cotija cheese; 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro

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By: IsabelPosted: 1/18/22

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These perfectly roasted Mexican vegetables are great for meal prep! In just 30 minutes, the tender veggies are ready to enjoy as a tasty side dish or as filling in your favorite Mexican meals.

Roasted vegetables on a sheet pan topped with cilantro and cotija cheese.

We could always use another roasted veggie dish in our lives, and thankfully this one is packed full of Mexican flavors! Filling, satisfying, and healthy, these Mexican Roasted Vegetables can be used for meal prep, as a side dish, or as a filling in tacos and enchiladas. The combination of squash, broccoli, cauliflower, peppers, carrots, and onions provides a medley of flavors and textures that go unmatched!

The wide variety of seasoned vegetables are all roasted on the same sheet pan to keep things easy and save time. Just like my Sheet Pan Chicken Fajitas, this recipe requires very little effort and is still full of flavor.

I like to add a few toppings on the veggies like cotija cheese, lime juice, and cilantro to give them an extra pop of flavor before plating them next to chicken, beef, or fish.

Diced vegetables in bowls ready to be roasted.

Mexican roasted vegetable ingredients

Broccoli and cauliflower – Once roasted, broccoli and cauliflower become soft, tender, and deeply flavored.
Zucchini and yellow squash – These summer veggies give the dish lightness and a fresh garden flavor.
Peppers and onion – For balance and a touch of sweetness.
Carrots – Adds color and natural sweetness to the mix of roasted vegetables.
Seasonings – You need classic Mexican spices, like cumin, coriander, chili powder, and garlic powder to give the vegetables savory and smoky flavors.
Lime juice – This adds a pop of acidity and freshness.
Toppings – If you’re serving the veggies as a side dish, I recommend adding a few toppings. My favorites are crumbled feta or cotija cheese and cilantro.

A bowl of seasonings and spices for roasted vegetables.

How to roast Mexican vegetables

First, Layer your chopped vegetables onto two prepared baking sheets. Drizzle them with oil before adding the seasonings, then toss everything together and make sure the vegetables are in an even layer.

Then, place the sheet pans in the oven and roast. Flip them halfway through and rotate the pans so everything can cook evenly.

When they’re done, top the veggies with lime juice, cotija cheese, and lime juice.

Mexican Roasted Vegetables on a sheet pan.

Ways to serve Mexican mixed vegetables

This is one of my favorite recipes to prepare when I’m meal prepping. The roasted vegetables can be stored away and eaten throughout the week with bean and cheese burritos, leftover chicken and mexican rice, or stuffed peppers. They’re perfect for a well balanced lunch!

Alternatively, these roasted veggies could also make a hearty and healthy filling inside of enchiladas, added to picadillo, or inside some black bean tacos.

Tips and substitutions

It’s important to move the pans around in the oven. This will give each veggie an opportunity to feel the heat and roast evenly. To do so, move the baking sheet that was on the top rack during the first half of the cooking time to the bottom, and vice versa.
To help everything cook evenly, try to cut the vegetables to the same thickness.
Don’t overlap the vegetables on the sheet pans. This will cause them to steam instead of roast and you’ll end up with soggy vegetables.
Looking for some spice? Add some diced jalapenos or your favorite chile pepper to kick up the heat.
The best temperature to roast vegetables is 425ºF. A lower temperature could make the veggies less tender.
If you don’t have parchment paper, make sure your sheet pans are well greased or coated with nonstick cooking oil instead.

Mexican vegetables roasted on a sheet pan topped with lime juice, cotija cheese, and cilantro.

Storing and reheating

To store, place the cooked and cooled leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3 to 4 days.

To reheat, add the vegetables to a skillet over medium heat. Saute gently until the vegetables are completely warmed through. If you’re running late, just heat them in a microwave for 1 or 2 minutes instead.