Description
Elevate your vegetable game with this charred broccoli drizzled in a rich hazelnut romesco sauce. This dish combines smoky, roasted flavors with a nutty, vibrant sauce, making it a crowd-pleaser at any dinner table. Simple yet impressive, it’s perfect for weeknight meals or festive occasions. Enjoy the delightful textures and tastes that will leave everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh broccoli florets
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (divided)
- ½ cup raw hazelnuts
- 1 red bell pepper, roasted
- 4 garlic cloves
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Spread hazelnuts on a baking sheet and toast for about 10 minutes, shaking halfway through.
- Toss broccoli florets with 1 tablespoon of olive oil, salt, and pepper on another baking sheet. Roast for 20-25 minutes until charred and tender.
- In a food processor, combine toasted hazelnuts, roasted red bell pepper, garlic cloves, smoked paprika, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth.
- Once the broccoli is ready, drizzle with the romesco sauce and gently toss to combine.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 150g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg