Description
This Spicy Roasted Broccoli recipe is a flavorful and healthy side dish that’s easy to make. The broccoli is seasoned with a mix of spices and roasted to crispy perfection, making it a delicious addition to any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Spices:
- 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Optional:
- juice of ½ lemon
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare the Broccoli: In a large bowl, toss the broccoli florets with olive oil, red pepper flakes, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
- Roast the Broccoli: Spread the broccoli in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Roast for 20–25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until the edges are browned and crispy.
- Finish and Serve: Remove from the oven and drizzle with fresh lemon juice if desired. Serve hot.
Notes
- For extra crunch, roast with a sprinkle of panko breadcrumbs.
- You can also add a pinch of cayenne for even more heat.
- This recipe works well with cauliflower, too.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 220 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
