Roasted Broccoli W Lemon Garlic Toasted Pine Nuts

Elevate your side dish game with this vibrant and flavorful roasted broccoli with lemon garlic toasted pine nuts. Perfectly charred broccoli florets are tossed in a tangy lemon-garlic drizzle and finished with golden, nutty pine nuts for an irresistibly crunchy garnish. This simple yet sophisticated recipe combines wholesome ingredients like olive oil, fresh lemon, and aromatic garlic to create a light, zesty dish that pairs beautifully with any main course. Optional parmesan cheese adds a touch of savory richness, though the dish shines just as bright without it. Ready in just 30 minutes and packed with deliciously bold flavors, this easy-to-make vegetable side is perfect for weeknight dinners or holiday feasts. Keywords: roasted broccoli, lemon garlic, toasted pine nuts, quick side dish, broccoli recipe, healthy vegetable side.

Nutriscore Rating: 81/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams broccoli florets
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 whole lemon
• 3 cloves garlic cloves
• 3 tablespoons pine nuts
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

Wash and thoroughly dry the broccoli florets. Cut any large florets into smaller, bite-sized pieces.

Step 3

In a large bowl, toss the broccoli florets with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, salt, and black pepper until well coated.

Step 4

Spread the broccoli evenly on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring the florets are in a single layer, and roast in the oven for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway through or until the edges are slightly charred and crispy.

Step 5

While the broccoli is roasting, prepare the lemon garlic mixture. Zest the lemon and juice half of it. Mince the garlic cloves finely.

Step 6

Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Add the pine nuts and toast for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until golden brown. Remove the pine nuts and set aside.

Step 7

In the same skillet, reduce the heat to low and add the minced garlic. Sauté for 30-60 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it. Remove from heat and stir in the lemon zest and juice.

Step 8

When the broccoli is done roasting, transfer it to a serving platter. Drizzle the lemon garlic mixture evenly over the florets and sprinkle with the toasted pine nuts.

Step 9

Optional: Top the dish with freshly grated parmesan cheese for added richness.

Step 10

Serve warm as a side dish or enjoy on its own!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(648.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	740.7

Total Fat 62.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 12.7g
Cholesterol 8.9mg	0%
Sodium 1468.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 36.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.0g	0%
Total Sugars 8.3g
Protein 26.0g	0%

Vitamin D 2.1IU	0%
Calcium 392.4mg	0%
Iron 6.6mg	0%
Potassium 285.2mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 69.3%

Protein: 12.9%

Carbs: 17.8%