# What You’ll Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 2 medium carrots, peeled
02 - 1 large zucchini
03 - 1 red bell pepper
04 - 1 yellow bell pepper
05 - 1 small butternut squash, peeled and seeded
06 - 1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
07 - 1 small red onion
→ Seasonings and Oil
08 - 3 tablespoons olive oil
09 - 1 teaspoon sea salt
10 - ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
11 - 1 teaspoon dried thyme
12 - 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
→ Garnishes and Decoration
13 - ½ bunch fresh chives, for ribbons and bows
14 - 2 tablespoons pomegranate seeds, optional
15 - 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley
# How to Make It:
01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Cut carrots, zucchini, bell peppers, and butternut squash into uniform rectangular sticks or cubes about 1 inch in size, resembling gift boxes. Slice the red onion into thick wedges.
03 - In a large mixing bowl, toss all vegetables with olive oil, sea salt, black pepper, dried thyme, and dried rosemary until evenly coated.
04 - Place the vegetables tightly in square clusters on the prepared baking sheet to form small crates or presents, grouping similar colors together for visual appeal.
05 - Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until vegetables are tender and edges caramelize.
06 - Remove from oven, allow to cool slightly, then use fresh chives to wrap each cluster like a ribbon, tying small bows on top when possible.
07 - Sprinkle pomegranate seeds and chopped parsley over the crates for festive decoration.
08 - Serve warm or at room temperature on a platter.
