Lemon Roasted Broccoli & Feta Plate Recipe
This Lemon Roasted Broccoli & Feta Plate is a vibrant and flavorful vegetarian dish featuring tender roasted broccoli with crispy edges, enhanced by fresh lemon juice and zest, creamy crumbled feta cheese, and a touch of fresh parsley. Optional toasted pine nuts or sliced almonds add extra crunch, making it a perfect side or light meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Roasted Broccoli
- 4 cups broccoli florets
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Finishing
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- Optional: toasted pine nuts or sliced almonds
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy clean-up.
- Season the Broccoli: In a large bowl, combine the broccoli florets with olive oil, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Toss thoroughly to evenly coat the broccoli with the seasoning.
- Roast: Spread the seasoned broccoli evenly on the prepared baking sheet. Roast in the preheated oven for 18–22 minutes, turning the broccoli halfway through cooking to ensure it becomes tender and develops crispy, caramelized edges.
- Add Lemon: Once roasted, remove the broccoli from the oven and immediately drizzle with fresh lemon juice and sprinkle with lemon zest. Toss gently to combine all the bright flavors.
- Finish & Serve: Transfer the broccoli to a serving plate. Top with crumbled feta cheese, chopped fresh parsley, and, if desired, toasted pine nuts or sliced almonds. Serve warm as a vibrant and healthy side dish or a light vegetarian main.
Notes
- For extra crunch, toast the pine nuts or almonds lightly in a dry skillet before adding.
- Red pepper flakes add a mild heat but can be omitted for a milder flavor.
- This dish can be served warm or at room temperature.
- Leftovers keep well in the fridge for up to 3 days and can be gently reheated.
- To make it vegan, substitute the feta cheese with a plant-based alternative or omit it entirely.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 380 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 12 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 8 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
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