Roasted Broccoli with Chili-Garlic and Lime Sauce
Roasted Broccoli with Chili-Garlic and Lime Sauce transforms ordinary broccoli into a flavor-packed sensation. This quick and easy side dish features perfectly roasted florets drizzled with a zesty sauce, combining spicy, tangy, and savory notes that will delight your taste buds. Ideal for busy weeknights or impressing dinner guests, this vibrant dish not only adds color to your table but also elevates any meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 head fresh broccoli (about 500g), cut into florets
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp red chili flakes (adjust to taste)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Juice of 1 lime (about 2 tbsp)
- 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a large bowl, toss broccoli florets with olive oil, minced garlic, red chili flakes, salt, and pepper until well coated.
- Spread the seasoned broccoli on a baking sheet in a single layer and roast for 20-25 minutes until tender and slightly charred.
- While roasting, mix together lime juice, soy sauce, and honey or maple syrup in a small bowl.
- Once roasted, drizzle the chili-garlic lime sauce over the broccoli, toss gently, and serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe (approximately 125g)
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg