Spicy Broccoli Bruschetta Spread
Transform your appetizer game with this Spicy Broccoli Bruschetta Spread, a bold, vibrant twist on traditional bruschetta. This recipe combines oven-roasted broccoli florets, caramelized garlic, and a kick of crushed red pepper flakes for a perfectly balanced spread that's as nutritious as it is delicious. Finished with a zingy hint of fresh lemon juice and optionally enriched with Parmesan cheese, this spread pairs beautifully with golden, crispy slices of crusty bread brushed in olive oil. Whether you're hosting a dinner party or looking for a quick crowd-pleasing starter, this flavor-packed broccoli spread is simple to prepare, with just 10 minutes of prep time and a short roasting session. Healthy, satisfying, and bursting with zesty, smoky heat, this dish is the ultimate appetizer for spice lovers and bruschetta enthusiasts alike.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Broccoli florets
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 whole Garlic cloves
- 0.5 teaspoons Crushed red pepper flakes
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese (optional)
- 8 pieces Crusty bread slices
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil (for brushing bread)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Place the broccoli florets on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, toss to coat, and arrange in a single layer.
Add the garlic cloves (with skin on) to the baking sheet with the broccoli.
Sprinkle the broccoli with crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.
Roast in the oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the broccoli is tender and slightly charred.
Remove the broccoli and garlic from the oven and let cool slightly. Peel the roasted garlic cloves.
Add the roasted broccoli and garlic to a food processor. Add the lemon juice and Parmesan cheese (if using). Blend until the mixture is smooth but still slightly textured. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Brush both sides of the crusty bread slices with olive oil and toast in a preheated grill pan or oven until golden and crisp.
Spread the broccoli mixture generously over the toasted bread slices and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1784 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 73.6 g | 94% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.8 g | 69% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 9 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 3775 mg | 164% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 237.6 g | 86% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.0 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.5 g | ||
| Protein | 50.8 g | 102% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 385 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 14.2 mg | 79% | |
| Potassium | 473 mg | 10% | |
*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.
