Easy Roasted Vegetables: Simple and Satisfying
Week of September 7, 2026
Weeknight Score: 15/20 (A−)
Great for busy weeknights and uses common ingredients.
- Time
- 3/4
- Ready in 31 to 45 minutes.
- Effort
- 2/4
- Several steps in sequence require some attention.
- Cleanup
- 3/4
- You'll use a mixing bowl and a baking tray.
- Shopping
- 4/4
- 3 items to buy beyond pantry staples.
- Payoff
- 3/4
- Feeds four or five and reheats fine. Budget-friendly per serving.
Our Weeknight Score rates how easily a recipe fits a busy weeknight: time, effort, cleanup, shopping and leftovers. It is not a rating of taste, nutrition or dietary suitability.
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Why we picked it
Roasting vegetables is straightforward and requires minimal effort. The flavors blend well as they cook in the oven, making it an easy side dish or main. You can add any vegetables you have on hand.
Who it's for
Perfect for families looking for quick, delicious side dishes that even kids will enjoy. It's also good for those who want to use up leftover veggies.
What you'll need
Aside from the veggies, have olive oil, paprika, dried basil, and basic seasonings. This dish calls for common pantry staples, so you're likely set.
Make it easier
To save time, pre-chop your vegetables ahead of time and store them in the fridge. You could also line your baking tray with parchment paper for an easier cleanup.