Mediterranean Diet Perfectly Roasted Broccoli
Elevate your veggie game with this Mediterranean Diet Perfectly Roasted Broccoli recipe—a simple yet flavor-packed side dish that’s as healthy as it is delicious. Tender broccoli florets are tossed in extra virgin olive oil, garlic, and a medley of zesty Mediterranean spices like oregano and red pepper flakes, then roasted to crispy, caramelized perfection. A touch of lemon zest adds brightness, while fresh parsley and lemon wedges bring a burst of freshness to every bite. Ready in just 30 minutes, this nutrient-rich dish is ideal for weeknight dinners or as an elegant accompaniment to Mediterranean-inspired mains. Add this quick, easy, and vibrant roasted broccoli recipe to your menu and enjoy the balance of bold flavors and wholesome ingredients!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Broccoli florets
- 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
- 2 Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 4 Lemon wedges
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
Wash and thoroughly dry the broccoli florets. Cut them into uniform pieces for even cooking.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the broccoli, olive oil, lemon zest, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes. Toss until the broccoli is evenly coated with the seasoning.
Spread the broccoli out in a single layer on a large baking sheet, ensuring the florets have some space around each other for even roasting.
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast for 18-20 minutes, or until the broccoli is tender and the edges are crispy and slightly caramelized, stirring halfway through the cooking time to promote even roasting.
Once the broccoli is done, remove it from the oven and transfer it to a serving dish.
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve with lemon wedges on the side.
Squeeze the lemon wedges over the broccoli just before serving for an extra burst of citrus flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
473 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 42.3 g | 54% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.0 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1291 mg | 56% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 23.4 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.8 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.1 g | ||
| Protein | 13.8 g | 28% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 225 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 4.2 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 154 mg | 3% | |
*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.
