Fireside Keto Side Dish (Printable)
Low-carb vegetable medley roasted with herbs and cheese, perfect for a cozy, flavorful side.
# List of ingredients:
→ Vegetables
01 - 1 medium zucchini, sliced
02 - 1 medium yellow squash, sliced
03 - 1 small head cauliflower, cut into florets
04 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
05 - 1/2 small red onion, sliced
→ Fats & Dairy
06 - 3 tbsp olive oil
07 - 1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
08 - 1/3 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
→ Herbs & Seasonings
09 - 1 tsp dried thyme
10 - 1 tsp dried rosemary
11 - 1/2 tsp garlic powder
12 - Salt and black pepper, to taste
# Steps:
01 - Preheat oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, toss zucchini, yellow squash, cauliflower, bell pepper, and red onion with olive oil, thyme, rosemary, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until well coated.
03 - Spread the vegetables in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
04 - Roast for 20 minutes, stirring halfway through.
05 - Sprinkle Parmesan and mozzarella evenly over the vegetables. Return to the oven for an additional 8-10 minutes, until cheese is melted and golden.
06 - Serve hot, garnished with extra herbs if desired.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The vegetables caramelize in ways steaming or sauteing never achieves
- Everything happens on one sheet pan so cleanup is practically nonexistent
- The cheese forms these incredible crispy edges that everyone fights over
02 -
- Overcrowding the pan will steam the vegetables instead of roasting them
- The cheese goes from perfect to burnt quickly, so watch that final 10 minutes closely
- Room temperature vegetables roast more evenly than cold ones straight from the fridge
03 -
- Dry your vegetables thoroughly after washing to prevent steaming
- Let the pan sit for 5 minutes before serving so the cheese sets slightly
- Use a large bowl for tossing, you need space to really coat everything well