Tuesday, August 9, 2011

Balsamic Roasted August Vegetables

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 3 garlic cloves, pressed
  • 2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh thyme
  • 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh basil
  • 2 large red onions, halved, thinly sliced
  • 1 yellow bell pepper, cut into 1/2-inch-wide strips
  • 1 red bell pepper, cut into 1/2-inch-wide strips
  • 1 orange bell pepper, cut into 1/2-inch-wide strips
  • 1 1-pound eggplant, peeled and quartered lengthwise, cut into 1/2 inch slices
  • 1/2 pound yellow squash (about 2 medium), cut into 1/3-inch-thick rounds
  • 1/2 pound zucchini (about 2 medium), cut into 1/3-inch-thick rounds
  • Coarse kosher salt
Preparation:

Whisk vinegar and mustard in medium bowl. Gradually whisk in oil. Stir in garlic, thyme, and basil. Season to taste with salt and pepper. DO AHEAD: Dressing can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill.

Preheat oven to 425°F. Toss onions and next 6 ingredients in large bowl; sprinkle with coarse salt and pepper. Add dressing; toss to coat. Divide between 2 large rimmed baking sheets. Roast until vegetables are tender and slightly brown around edges, about 20-30 minutes. Check and stir halfway through cooking.





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