High Protein Fresh End-of-Summer Dinner

Description

This easy, healthy recipe combines colorful garden vegetables with protein-rich ingredients to create a nutritious dinner that’s packed with flavor and goodness.

Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine the sliced zucchini, diced bell peppers, halved cherry tomatoes, cut asparagus, and sliced carrot.
  3. Add the drained chickpeas and cooked quinoa to the bowl with the vegetables.
  4. Drizzle the olive oil over the mixture and sprinkle with Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Toss everything together.
  5. Spread the vegetable and chickpea mixture onto a large baking sheet in a single layer.
  6. Roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through.
  7. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly. If using, sprinkle the crumbled feta cheese over the top.
  8. Garnish with fresh basil and serve with lemon wedges on the side.

Nutrition

Category: Dinner Cuisine: American