Harissa Broccoli and Flatbreads (Printable Version)

Roasted broccoli with harissa and warm flatbreads make a quick, flavorful vegetarian dinner in 30 minutes.

# Ingredient List:

→ 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

# Directions:

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

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It comes together in 30 minutes, which means weeknight dinner without the usual scramble.
  • The harissa paste does almost all the seasoning work, so there's barely any thinking involved once you start.
  • Crispy broccoli edges are the kind of texture that makes you keep eating even after you're full.
02 -
  • Don't crowd the broccoli on the pan or it'll steam instead of roast, and you'll lose those edges you're after.
  • Harissa paste varies wildly in heat level between brands, so start with less and taste as you go if you're unsure about yours.
03 -
  • Cut your broccoli florets consistently so they finish roasting at the same time instead of some pieces burning while others are still tender.
  • If your harissa paste is sitting in oil at the top of the jar, use some of that oil in your coating mixture for extra flavor and less need for added olive oil.
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