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    Home » Mains & Sides » Crispy Lemon Roasted Crack Broccoli (DF)

    updated: February 9, 2023

    Crispy Lemon Roasted Crack Broccoli (DF)

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    This addictively delicious Crispy Lemon Roasted Crack Broccoli is full of tangy, cheesy flavour yet is dairy-free, vegan and keto-friendly!

    A plate of roasted broccoli and crispy chopped almonds beside a baking sheet, two forks and a linen napkin.

    *Nutrition Disclaimer: Although Michelle holds certification in Holistic Nutrition, Yoga and Energy Medicine, the health, fitness and nutritional information provided on this site is designed for educational purposes only. You should not rely on this information as a substitute for, nor does it replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please read our disclaimers page for more information.

    This is one way to season roasted broccoli to get even the pickiest of eaters to clean their plates! Mixed with chopped almonds and pumpkin seeds, then tossed in a zesty sauce, this lemony broccoli is perfectly roasted, still giving it that fresh crunch.

    Plus, the lemon garlic sauce is mixed with nutritional yeast and almond flour, which adds a little layer of crunchy, crispy yum!

    A plate of roasted broccoli, almonds and pumpkin seeds.

    This Lemon Roasted Crack Broccoli is made on repeat in my house. For one, because it's so quick and easy. And secondly, it makes the perfect side for almost any dish. Plus, with its salty, tangy, crunchiness, it's even scrumptious enough to eat as a snack!

    Is Roasted Broccoli Healthy?

    Even though heat destroys some nutrients, cooked broccoli can have more nutritional value than raw!

    Increases Antioxidant Levels

    One of the many great things about broccoli is that cooking it increases its antioxidant levels! Many studies have found that cooked broccoli contains higher levels of certain health-promoting antioxidants than raw.

    Deactivates Goitrogens

    As a member of the brassica family, broccoli contains compounds called goitrogens. These compounds inhibit the absorption of iodine. Which, on one hand, can be very beneficial in the case of hyperthyroidism!

    However, on the other hand, these iodine blockers need to be avoided for those with hypothyroidism. Cooking broccoli can deactivate 90% or more of the goitrogens, allowing proper iodine absorption.

    Great Source of Vitamins & Minerals

    Even cooked, broccoli is full of many vitamins and minerals. It's an excellent source of vitamins C, K, A and folate. Plus, it's rich in magnesium, phosphorous and potassium. Not to mention, it's a great source of fibre and plant protein!

    Oil & Lemon Increase Nutrient Absorption

    The fatty acids in the olive oil increase the body's ability to absorb and utilize fat soluable vitamins. On top of that, the acid in the lemon and apple cider vinegar help to break down nutrients, also increasing bioavailability.

    Seasonal Benefits

    Any season is a good season for some yummy Roasted Broccoli! However, this lemony clean eating broccoli is perfect for spring!

    Spring

    Between the green, chlorophyll-rich broccoli and the tangy, lemony flavour, This Lemon Roasted Crack Broccoli is a great one to support digestion and detoxification in the spring.

    Seasonal Tips

    • Roast your broccoli at a lower temperature for a little longer in late autumn and winter to help your body retain heat.
    • This Roasted Broccoli is delicious made on the BBQ in the summertime (which is great for when it's too hot to turn on the oven)!
    A plate of roasted broccoli and almonds with a fork resting on the side, a baking sheet in the background and linen napkin beside.

    How to Make Lemon Roasted Crack Broccoli

    Making this dairy-free Crispy Lemon Roasted Crack Broccoli is incredibly easy! It just takes a few minutes of prep time and twenty minutes in the oven. Plus, it's made with simple, whole-food ingredients that don't compromise all the goodness broccoli provides. Watch how it's made here!

    What You'll Need

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    Equipment

    • Baking Sheet
    • Unbleached Parchment
    • Mixing Bowls
    • Wooden Spoons
    • Oven

    Ingredients

    • Fresh Broccoli
    • Lemon
    • Almonds (omit to make nut-free)
    • Pumpkin Seeds
    • Nutritional Yeast
    • Apple Cider Vinegar
    • Almond Flour
    • Garlic
    • Himalayan Salt
    All the ingredients needed to make Dairy-Free Lemon Roasted Broccoli Crack.

    What Temperature To Roast Broccoli At

    For this Crispy Lemon Roasted Broccoli, I like roasting it at 400°F for twenty minutes. I find it perfectly crisps up the almonds and pumpkin seeds while cooking the broccoli just enough to leave a bit of a fresh crunch. Also, this a good temperature and cooking time for spring and summer!

    However, longer cooking times at lower temperatures can help keep us warm in autumn and winter. So, you can always cook it at 300°F - 350°F, increasing the time accordingly.

    Step 1 - Make Lemon Garlic Sauce

    First, preheat your oven to 400°F.

    Then in a small bowl, combine the cold-pressed extra virgin olive oil with the lemon juice and apple cider vinegar. Next, add the minced garlic, nutritional yeast, almond flour and Himalayan salt. Mix well.

    The almond flour, nutritional yeast and garlic will make the sauce quite thick and chunky. As mentioned above, this gives it a delicious layer of crispy, cheesy, tangy flavour.

    Step 2 - Toss Broccoli In Lemon Sauce

    Next, add your chopped broccoli florets, pumpkin seeds and chopped almonds to a large mixing bowl. Then pour in your lemon garlic sauce and toss until the broccoli is evenly coated.

    A bowl of fresh broccoli florets, chopped almonds and pumpkin seeds freshly tossed in a lemon garlic sauce.

    Step 3 - Bake

    Once the broccoli, almonds and pumpkin seeds are tossed in the lemon garlic sauce, spread evenly onto a baking sheet. Then place in the oven and bake for twenty minutes, flipping halfway through.

    Once the almonds and pumpkin seeds begin to brown and the broccoli tips start to crisp, remove from the oven and serve while warm.

    Broccoli florets and chopped almonds evenly spread on a baking sheet with a wooden spoon resting on the side.

    What to Serve With Roasted Broccoli

    This Crispy Lemon Roasted Crack Broccoli makes the perfect side for many dishes! It pairs perfectly well with fish or topped on rice, quinoa and pasta. Not to mention, it's also delicious served with grass-fed steak or burgers! (Pro-Tip: you can roast this Crack Broccoli on the BBQ!)

    Oh, and I can't forget breakfast! This Lemon Roasted Broccoli is so yummy served up with eggs for a nourishing start to the day.

    A plate of roasted broccoli, almonds and pumpkin seeds beside a full baking sheet and a linen cloth.

    How Long Does Roasted Broccoli Last?

    This Crispy Lemon Roasted Broccoli is best served and eaten right away. However, it will last one to two days in the fridge if placed in a tightly sealed container.

    THIS RECIPE IS...


    • Keto
    • Dairy-Free & Vegan
    • Rich in Antioxidants
    • A Good Source of Plant Protein
    • Easy to Make
    • Perfect for Spring

    More Clean Eating Recipes to Enjoy

    • Buffalo Chickpea Pizza
    • Almond Thyme Savoury Sweet Potato Muffins (WFPB, GF)
    • Healthy Vegan Spinach & Peas One-Pot Pasta (With Nutritional Yeast)
    • Lime In The Coconut Soup
    A plate of roasted broccoli, almonds and pumpkin seeds beside a white linen cloth.

    If you try this Crispy Dairy-Free Lemon Roasted Crack Broccoli, let me know how it turns out by leaving a comment and/or a rating below. And make sure you're following along on Pinterest, Instagram and Facebook for more wildly nutritious recipes!

    A plate of roasted broccoli, almonds and pumpkin seeds beside a white linen cloth.

    Clean Eating Broccoli Crack

    Recipe By : Michelle McCowan
    5 from 1 vote
    This addictively delicious Crispy Lemon Roasted Crack Broccoli is full of tangy, cheesy flavour yet is dairy-free, vegan and keto-Friendly!
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 20 mins
    Total Time 30 mins
    Dietary GF, Soy Free, Sugar Free, Vegan
    Season(s) All Seasons, Spring
    Difficulty Easy
    Yield 4 Servings

    Ingredients
      

    • 2 heads Broccoli (about 4 heaping cups, chopped)
    • ¼ cup Cold-Pressed Extra Virgin Olive Oil
    • 1 tablespoon Apple Cider Vinegar
    • 1 tablespoon Nutritional Yeast
    • 4 Cloves Garlic (about 2 tablespoons, minced)
    • 2 tablespoon Freshly Squeezed Lemon Juice
    • 1 tablespoon Almond Flour
    • ⅓ cup Chopped Almonds
    • 2 tablespoon Pumpkin Seeds
    • ½ teaspoon Himalayan Salt

    Instructions
     

    • Preheat oven to 400°F
    • In a small bowl, combine cold-pressed extra virgin olive oil with lemon juice and apple cider vinegar. Next, add your minced garlic, nutritional yeast, almond flour and Himalayan salt. Mix well.
    • Add your chopped broccoli florets, chopped almonds and pumpkin seeds to a large mixing bowl. Then pour in your lemon garlic sauce and toss until the broccoli is evenly coated.
    • Once the broccoli, almonds and pumpkin seeds are tossed in the lemon garlic sauce, spread evenly onto a baking sheet. Then place into the oven and bake for twenty minutes, stirring halfway through.
      Once the almonds and pumpkin seeds begin to brown and the broccoli tips start to crisp, remove from the oven and serve while warm.

    Notes

    This Broccoli Crack is also great grilled on the BBQ and makes a delicious side for steak, fish and chicken. It's also yummy topped on rice, quinoa and pasta, or served for breakfast with eggs.

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    Nutrition

    Serving: 1cup | Calories: 343kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 14g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 15g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Sodium: 393mg | Potassium: 1149mg | Fiber: 10g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 1896IU | Vitamin C: 275mg | Calcium: 187mg | Iron: 3mg
    Total Servings : 4
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    Posted by Michelle McCowan on March 7, 2020 Filed Under: All Recipes, Autumn Recipes, Breakfast Recipes, Featured Recipes, Gluten-Free Recipes, Mains & Sides, Spring Recipes, Summer Recipes, Vegan & Dairy-Free Recipes, Winter Recipes

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    1. Joan Persons says

      July 09, 2021 at 9:37 am

      5 stars
      If possible, can you tell me where I can get nutritional yeast and almond flour.
      Just starting to learn and implement these into my life. Thanks for making it realistic and not a diet. Loving g the information provided as well. I will be trying the beet soup. Your website is inspiring and very practical. Awesome job!

      Reply
      • Michelle McCowan says

        July 09, 2021 at 12:26 pm

        Hi Joan, you can usually find both nutritional yeast and almond flour in almost any grocery store. They both are usually located in the "healthy" or "natural" sections of the stores. You can also find them in health food stores and online. Here's a couple links for reference (I may make a small commission at no extra cost you, if you purchase through these links). Nutritional Yeast - https://amzn.to/3hVFX3B Almond Flour - https://amzn.to/3hr2R3U

        P.S. I'm so happy to hear you have found value in the information and will be trying out more recipes! I would love your feedback on how they turn out for you. Enjoy!

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