Pixicook
HomeRecipesVegetarianCrispy-Charred Broccoli with Zesty Lemon-Pecorino Topping
recipe image

Crispy-Charred Broccoli with Zesty Lemon-Pecorino Topping

clock-icon17 minutes
author-image
Author
Pixicook editorial team

A delightful combination of crispy, charred broccoli topped with zesty lemon and savory Pecorino Romano cheese.

Ingredients for Crispy-Charred Broccoli with Zesty Lemon-Pecorino Topping

units in
USchevron
serves
4 peoplechevron

Broccoli, stems trimmed and peeled, cut into long florets

0 lb

Lemon, halved, and one of the halves cut into 4 wedges

each

Kosher Salt

to taste

Aged Pecorino Romano, for grating

to taste

Dried Breadcrumbs, optional

tablespoons

Tonnato, optional

optional

How to Make Crispy-Charred Broccoli with Zesty Lemon-Pecorino Topping

1. Preheat Broiler and Arrange Broccoli

First, preheat your broiler to get it nice and hot. While the broiler is heating, spread the broccoli florets out on a rimmed baking sheet in a single layer.

2. Broil Broccoli

Place the baking sheet under the broiler and let the broccoli cook for 5 to 7 minutes, until the florets are slightly softened and charred on most surfaces.

3. Season Broccoli

Once the broccoli is charred, transfer it to a large bowl. Squeeze the juice from one lemon half over the broccoli. Season with ½ teaspoon of dried chile flakes, a generous pinch of kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Drizzle ¼ cup of extra-virgin olive oil over the broccoli, then toss everything together to ensure the florets are well-coated.

4. Serve Broccoli

Arrange the seasoned broccoli on a serving platter. Grate a generous amount of aged Pecorino Romano over the top. If using breadcrumbs, sprinkle them over the broccoli. Garnish with lemon wedges and optionally set out a bowl of tonnato for dipping.

Comments (0)

Add your comment...

Explore More Vegetarian recipes

Explore More Collections

Cucumber Salad with Garlic ginger and soy

Easy Sides

Rigatoni alla Norma

Healthy Summer

Extra-Virgin Olive Oil Chocolate Chip Cookies

Vegan Dessert

Chicken Shawarma

Roasted Chicken Thigh