Harissa Broccoli and Flatbreads (Printable Version)

Spicy roasted broccoli with harissa on warm flatbreads, topped with lemon and yogurt for a quick vegetarian dinner.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 2 large heads broccoli, cut into florets

→ Sauce & Flavor

02 - 3 tablespoons harissa paste
03 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
04 - 1 lemon, cut into wedges

→ Bread

05 - 4 large flatbreads such as naan or pita

→ Garnish

06 - 3.5 ounces Greek yogurt
07 - 1 small bunch fresh cilantro, chopped

# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F
02 - On a large baking sheet, toss the broccoli florets with harissa paste and olive oil until well coated
03 - Spread the broccoli in a single layer and roast for 18 to 20 minutes, turning once, until the edges are crisp and slightly charred
04 - In the last 5 minutes of roasting, place the flatbreads on a lower oven rack or directly on the rack to warm through
05 - Remove broccoli and flatbreads from the oven
06 - Serve the harissa broccoli piled onto the flatbreads and squeeze lemon wedges over the top
07 - Add dollops of Greek yogurt and sprinkle with cilantro if desired, then serve immediately

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It transforms ordinary broccoli into something you'll actually crave, with crispy edges and a fiery harissa glaze that clings to every bite.
  • Everything comes together in one pan and half an hour, so cleanup is minimal and you're not tied to the stove.
  • The warm flatbreads soak up all that spicy, lemony goodness, turning a simple vegetable into a deeply satisfying meal.
02 -
  • Don't skip the single layer step, crowding the broccoli will steam it instead of roasting it and you'll miss out on those essential crispy bits.
  • Taste your harissa paste before you toss it with the broccoli, some brands are much spicier than others and you may want to start with less.
  • Warm the flatbreads at the very end so they don't dry out, a few minutes is all they need to become soft and ready to wrap around the broccoli.
03 -
  • Use a dark or heavy baking sheet if you have one, it conducts heat better and helps achieve that deep caramelization on the broccoli.
  • Let the broccoli sit undisturbed for the first 10 minutes of roasting before flipping, moving it too early prevents proper browning.
  • If you have leftover harissa broccoli, toss it into grain bowls or pasta the next day for an instant flavor boost.
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