Harissa Broccoli and Flatbreads (Printable version)

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

# Ingredients 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

# 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 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 - In the final 5 minutes of roasting, place flatbreads on a lower oven rack to warm through.
05 - Remove broccoli and flatbreads from the oven.
06 - Pile the harissa broccoli onto the flatbreads and squeeze lemon wedges over the top.
07 - Add dollops of Greek yogurt and sprinkle with cilantro if desired. Serve immediately.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It turns humble broccoli into the star of the plate with hardly any effort.
  • The harissa does all the heavy lifting for flavor, so you don't need a long ingredient list.
  • Everything cooks on one pan and comes together faster than takeout.
  • It's endlessly adaptable—add chickpeas, feta, or any greens you have lying around.
02 -
  • Don't skip the flip halfway through roasting—it ensures even charring and prevents one side from burning while the other stays pale.
  • Crowding the baking sheet will steam the broccoli instead of roasting it, so spread the florets out and use two pans if needed.
  • Taste your harissa before you use it; some brands are fiery and some are mild, so adjust the quantity to match your heat tolerance.
03 -
  • Cut the broccoli florets into similar sizes so they roast evenly and finish at the same time.
  • Let the broccoli sit undisturbed for the first half of roasting—this contact with the hot pan is what creates those caramelized, crispy edges.
  • Warm your serving plates or platters before plating; it keeps everything at the perfect temperature from oven to table.
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