Heart-Healthy Cajun Broccoli
Elevate your side dish game with "Heart-Healthy Cajun Broccoli," a vibrant, flavorful recipe perfect for busy weeknights or as a standout addition to your dinner table. This oven-roasted broccoli combines the bold, smoky heat of Cajun seasoning with a hint of garlic, onion powder, and smoked paprika for a savory kick. Drizzled with fresh lemon juice and garnished with parsley, this dish offers a refreshing balance of zesty and herbal notes, while remaining light and nutrient-packed. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is perfect for health-conscious food lovers seeking a nutritious vegetable dish that doesn’t skimp on flavor. Whether served alongside grilled proteins or enjoyed as a standalone snack, this heart-healthy option will have you savoring every crispy-tender bite! Keywords: heart-healthy recipes, Cajun broccoli, roasted vegetables, quick side dish, healthy eating.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups broccoli crowns
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1.5 teaspoons Cajun seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
Instructions
Start by preheating your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Wash the broccoli crowns thoroughly and cut them into bite-sized florets.
In a large bowl, combine the olive oil, Cajun seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and black pepper.
Add the broccoli florets to the bowl and toss them in the seasoning mixture until they are evenly coated.
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat, and spread the seasoned broccoli evenly on the sheet.
Roast the broccoli in the preheated oven for about 12-15 minutes, stirring halfway through to ensure even cooking, until the broccoli is tender with slightly crispy edges.
Remove the broccoli from the oven and drizzle with fresh lemon juice.
Garnish with chopped parsley for a burst of freshness and color.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
402 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.7 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.0 g | 15% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1240 mg | 54% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 54.2 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.2 g | 76% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.6 g | ||
| Protein | 20.9 g | 42% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 368 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 6.7 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 2419 mg | 51% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
