What vegetables go into Mediterranean tava veg?

This recipe uses zucchini, bell peppers, cherry tomatoes and red onion with garlic and oregano, all seared on a tava and finished with Anveshan extra virgin olive oil.

Why use olive oil instead of butter for tava veg?

Fruity, cold-pressed Anveshan olive oil keeps the dish heart-healthy and lends a peppery Mediterranean note that butter cannot match, without weighing the vegetables down.

How many people does this recipe serve?

It serves 4 and takes about 30 minutes, with 15 minutes of prep and 15 minutes of cooking.

Can I make Mediterranean tava veg sweet and tangy?

Yes — a tablespoon of Anveshan wild forest honey rounds off the tartness of the cherry tomatoes for a gently sweet-savoury balance.

Mediterranean Tava Veg

Name: Mediterranean Tava Veg
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Indian
Ingredients: 1 tbsp Wild Forest Honey; 2 medium Zucchini; 2 medium Bell Peppers; 1 cup Cherry Tomatoes; 3 tbsp Extra Virgin Olive Oil; 5 cloves Garlic; 1 medium Red Onion; 1 tsp Dried Oregano; 0.5 tsp Black Pepper Powder; 0.75 tsp Salt

Mediterranean tava veg is a quick stovetop medley of zucchini, bell peppers and cherry tomatoes seared on a hot griddle with garlic, oregano and a glossy finish of olive oil. Made with cold-pressed Anveshan extra virgin olive oil instead of butter, the vegetables stay vibrant and heart-friendly, while a spoon of raw Anveshan honey balances the natural acidity of the tomatoes. It comes together in about 30 minutes and serves 4 as a light side or salad-bowl base.

Time breakdown

Prep Time15 min

Cook Time15 min

Total Time30 min

Ingredients

Zucchini
Bell Peppers
Cherry Tomatoes
💡 You can also use Groundnut Oil / Mustard Oil / Sunflower Oil / Coconut Oil / Black Sesame Oil as per your preference.
Garlic
Red Onion
Dried Oregano
Black Pepper Powder
Salt

How to Make Mediterranean Tava Veg

1
Slice the zucchini into thick rounds, cut the peppers and red onion into chunks, and halve the cherry tomatoes.
2
Heat 2 tbsp Anveshan Extra Virgin Anveshan Olive Oil on a hot tava or griddle and add the sliced garlic until fragrant.
3
Add the zucchini, peppers and onion in a single layer and sear without stirring for 2-3 minutes to get a golden char.

Tips for the Best Mediterranean Tava Veg

✓Get the tava smoking hot so the vegetables char rather than steam.
✓Add the Anveshan olive oil and Anveshan honey at the end to keep their flavour fresh and prevent burning.

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