​This vibrant roasted broccoli dish layers heart-healthy olive oil, antioxidant-rich broccoli, and umami-packed sesame and ginger for a simple, plant-powered side that’s big on flavor and nutrients.
DIETS: LC GF KT VG VT SC
Serves 4
Time: 35 Minutes

Ingredients: 

• 1 head of broccoli, cut into florets
• 3 Tablespoons olive oil, divided
• 1/2 Tablespoon soy sauce or tamari
• 1/2 Tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• Dash red pepper flakes (optional)
• 1 Tablespoon sesame seeds

Instructions: 

• Preheat oven to 425F and place oven rack in top position (can roast at different temps if desired, adjust cooking times up and down accordingly).  This can also be done in an air fryer @ 400F
• Mix broccoli with 2 tablespoons olive oil in a medium bowl and mix well.
• Place on a baking sheet in a single layer
• Roast for 20-25 minutes in oven (10-12 minutes in air fryer), stirring half-way through baking time. 
• While broccoli is roasting, whisk together 1 tablespoon olive oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, ginger and garlic in a small bowl.  
• When broccoli is done roasting, toss in the sauce and garnish with red pepper flakes and sesame seeds.
• Serve!​

Nutrition Info Per Serving: 
Calories: ~145 kcal
Total Fat: ~12 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg
Sodium: ~220 mg
Potassium: ~360 mg
Carbohydrates: ~9 g
Fiber: ~4 g
Sugars: ~2 g
Protein: ~3 g