Lemon-Roasted Broccoli and Asparagus
Lemon-Roasted Broccoli and Asparagus delivers bright citrus notes with peppery warmth, turning tender-crisp vegetables into a lively side. Roasting caramelizes the edges while lemon slices infuse fresh aroma and tang. Perfect for weeknights, it complements grilled chicken, seared fish, or roasted meats without overpowering them.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook25 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- 2
Put the broccoli florets in a bowl. Add 1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil and 1/2 teaspoon lemon pepper seasoning, toss to coat, then spread in a single layer on a baking sheet. Lay 1/2 of the lemon slices over the broccoli.
- 3
Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes.
- 4
Meanwhile, place the asparagus in the bowl. Add the remaining 1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil and 1/2 teaspoon lemon pepper, and toss to coat.
- 5
Add the asparagus to the baking sheet in a single layer and place the remaining lemon slices over the asparagus. Cook for 10 minutes. Remove the baking sheet from the oven and toss the broccoli and asparagus together. Serve immediately.
- Calories 60.0 kcal Low Source
- Protein 2.59 g Low Source
- Carbs 7.4 g Moderate
- Total Fat 3.24 g Low Source
- Saturated Fat 0.48 g Low Source
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 0.49 mg Low Source
- Sodium 14.76 mg Low Source
- Fiber 4.14 g Moderate
- Sugar 2.79 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 0.0 g Low Source
- Calcium 56.51 mg Low Source
- Iron 1.69 mg Low Source
- Potassium 271.34 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 21.56 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 14.61 mg Moderate
- Vitamin D 0.01 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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