Roasted Broccoli with Lemon
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Roasted Broccoli with Lemon
It may sound unusual, but roasting broccoli caramelizes the natural sugars and concentrates the flavors. Serve with lemon and a drizzle of olive oil for a super simple side.
Times
- Prep Time : 10 min min
- Ready Time : 10 min
Servings
Ingredients
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- Freshly ground pepper
- Lemon wedges
Directions
Preparation
- Preheat oven to 450°F.
- Toss broccoli with oil, salt and pepper. Place on a large baking sheet (not air-insulated) and roast until the broccoli is tender and blackened on the bottom, 10 to 12 minutes. Serve immediately, with lemon wedges.
Tips
Per serving: 54 calories; 4 g fat (1 g saturated fat, 3 g mono unsaturated fat); 0 mg cholesterol; 4 g carbohydrates; 2 g protein; 2 g fiber; 165 mg sodium; 240 mg potassium
Nutrition Bonus: Vitamin C (120% daily value), Vitamin A (45% dv).
Exchanges: 1 vegetable, 1 fat
Contributed by: EatingWell.com
Maybe you’ve never considered cooking broccoli this way, but roasting yields surprisingly good results. The heat concentrates the flavors and caramelizes the natural sugars. A touch of olive oil gives it a crispy, delicious finish.
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