Christmas Sleigh Veggie Rails (Printable Version)

Festive roasted vegetable rails with herbs, perfect colorful appetizer for holiday tables and gatherings.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 2 medium carrots, peeled and cut into 4-inch sticks
02 - 1 red bell pepper, cut into strips
03 - 1 yellow bell pepper, cut into strips
04 - 1 small zucchini, cut into 4-inch sticks
05 - 1 small parsnip, peeled and cut into 4-inch sticks

→ Marinade

06 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
07 - 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
08 - 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
09 - 1/2 teaspoon dried rosemary
10 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
11 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Garnish

12 - 2 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese (optional)
13 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

# Directions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, thyme, rosemary, salt, and pepper until combined.
03 - Add carrots, bell peppers, zucchini, and parsnip sticks to the bowl and toss thoroughly to coat all pieces evenly.
04 - Place the vegetable sticks on the prepared baking sheet in parallel pairs, alternating colors to mimic sleigh rails.
05 - Roast in the oven for 20 to 25 minutes, turning once halfway through, until tender and slightly caramelized.
06 - Transfer the roasted vegetables to a serving platter. Sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese if desired and fresh parsley. Serve warm or at room temperature.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Easy to prepare colorful appetizer
  • Perfect for holiday gatherings
02 -
  • For a vegan version, omit the feta cheese or use a plant based alternative
  • These veggie rails pair well with a yogurt herb dip or hummus
03 -
  • Use fresh herbs for the marinade to enhance flavor
  • Toss vegetables gently to avoid breaking the sticks
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