Description
Sheet Pan Greek Veggie Feta Bowls are a vibrant, wholesome meal combining roasted potatoes, bell peppers, feta cheese, crispy chickpeas, and fresh veggies all topped with a flavorful pepperocini garlic dressing. This dish is perfect for a nutritious, Mediterranean-inspired lunch or dinner that comes together easily using the oven-roasting method.
Ingredients
Roasted Vegetables and Feta
- 1 small head garlic
- 1 lb chopped yellow potatoes (1-inch/2.5cm chunks)
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (divided)
- 1 tablespoon dijon mustard
- 12 ounces cubed feta (¾-inch/1.9 cm cubes)
- 2 sliced bell peppers
- ¼ teaspoon fine sea salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Crispy Chickpeas
- 2 (14 fl oz/398 ml) cans chickpeas (drained and rinsed)
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- ¼ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ¼ teaspoon fine sea salt
Marinated Onions
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ¼ teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1 cup thinly sliced red onion
Pepperocini Dressing
- ¼ cup finely chopped pepperocini
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill (plus more for serving)
- Roasted garlic (from the head garlic used above)
Fresh Garnishes
- 1 cup chopped cucumber
- 2 cups baby tomatoes
- 1 cup tzatziki
Optional
- Cooked rice, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Position oven racks in the upper- and lower-thirds of the oven and preheat to 425℉ (220℃) to prepare for roasting the veggies and chickpeas simultaneously.
- Prepare Roasting Veggies: Trim the top ¼-inch off the garlic head then place it on a piece of foil. On a large parchment-lined baking sheet, place the chopped yellow potatoes and drizzle with 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil mostly over the potatoes and a little over the garlic. Wrap the garlic head tightly in foil.
- Coat Potatoes: Add 1 tablespoon of dijon mustard to the potatoes and toss well to coat. Transfer baking sheet to the upper rack and bake for 15 minutes to start roasting.
- Crispy Chickpeas Preparation: Meanwhile, on a second parchment-lined baking sheet, scatter the drained and rinsed chickpeas. Pat dry with a kitchen towel, then drizzle with 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil. Sprinkle smoked paprika and fine sea salt over chickpeas, toss to coat evenly. Place this sheet on the lower oven rack and bake for 35 to 40 minutes until crispy.
- Add Feta & Bell Peppers: After 15 minutes roasting the potatoes, add cubed feta and sliced bell peppers to the same baking sheet with the potatoes. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil, then toss all together. Season with ¼ teaspoon fine sea salt and ¼ teaspoon black pepper. Return the tray to the upper oven rack and continue baking about 25 more minutes until golden brown.
- Marinate Onions: While veggies finish roasting, whisk red wine vinegar, ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil, dried oregano, and ¼ teaspoon fine sea salt in a bowl. Add sliced red onions, toss to coat, and allow to marinate for at least 20 minutes to soften and develop flavor.
- Make Pepperocini Dressing: Once veggies are roasted, remove the garlic from foil and let cool slightly. Scoop onions out of the marinade leaving as much liquid as possible. Squeeze the roasted garlic cloves into the marinade and mash with a fork to create a smooth garlic paste. Stir in chopped pepperocini and fresh dill to infuse the dressing.
- Assemble Bowls: Divide roasted potatoes, bell peppers, feta, crispy chickpeas, and marinated onions into serving bowls (optionally add cooked rice). Top each bowl with chopped cucumber, baby tomatoes, and a scoop of tzatziki. Drizzle the pepperocini garlic dressing over the top and garnish with extra dill for freshness.
Notes
- For best results, ensure chickpeas are dried well before roasting to achieve maximum crispiness.
- The roasted garlic adds a mellow, sweet flavor to the dressing—don’t skip wrapping the garlic head tightly in foil while roasting.
- Tzatziki can be store-bought or homemade; it complements the roasted veggies beautifully.
- This recipe is versatile; cooked rice or couscous can be served as a base if desired for a more filling meal.
- Make sure to use a sturdy baking sheet for roasting to avoid warping at high temperatures.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Greek
