Roasted Broccoli Lemon Herb Tahini (Print Version)
Tender roasted broccoli tossed in olive oil, finished with bright lemon herb tahini and toasted sesame.
# List of Ingredients:
→ Broccoli
01 - 2 large heads broccoli, cut into florets
02 - 2 tbsp olive oil
03 - 1/2 tsp sea salt
04 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
→ Lemon Herb Tahini Sauce
05 - 1/3 cup tahini (sesame paste)
06 - 1 clove garlic, minced
07 - 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice (about 1 lemon)
08 - 2 tbsp water (plus more as needed)
09 - 1 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
10 - 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
11 - 1 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
12 - 1/2 tsp ground cumin
13 - 1/4 tsp salt
14 - Zest of 1 lemon
→ Garnish
15 - 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
16 - Extra chopped herbs (parsley or cilantro)
17 - Lemon wedges
# Step-by-step Instructions:
01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Toss the broccoli florets with olive oil, sea salt, and black pepper until evenly coated. Spread in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
03 - Roast for 18–20 minutes, turning once halfway through, until the edges are deeply browned and the stalks are tender.
04 - While the broccoli roasts, whisk together the tahini, minced garlic, lemon juice, water, olive oil, parsley, cilantro (if using), cumin, salt, and lemon zest in a bowl until smooth. Add extra water, 1 tsp at a time, until the sauce reaches a creamy, pourable consistency.
05 - Transfer the roasted broccoli to a serving platter and drizzle generously with the lemon herb tahini sauce.
06 - Finish with toasted sesame seeds, additional chopped herbs, and lemon wedges. Serve warm or at room temperature.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The tahini sauce doubles as a dressing, dip, or drizzle for practically anything you make this week.
- Roasting transforms humble broccoli into something with crispy charred edges that even skeptics reach for seconds.
02 -
- Tahini seizes up when lemon juice hits it directly, so add the water first and whisk patiently before panicking.
- Crowding the pan is the fastest way to steam your broccoli instead of roasting it, so use two sheets if needed.
03 -
- Toss a handful of slivered almonds or roasted chickpeas on top for crunch if you want to make it feel more substantial.
- Taste the sauce before serving and adjust salt and lemon juice because tahini brands vary wildly in how much seasoning they need.