Charred Broccoli with Spiced Yogurt Dip

Name: Charred Broccoli with Spiced Yogurt Dip
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: North African
Ingredients: 2.5 lbs fresh broccoli florets; 3 tbsp olive oil; 1/4 tsp salt; 1/8 tsp black pepper; 1 cup plain Greek yogurt; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1/4 tsp ground cumin; 1/4 tsp smoked paprika; 2 tsp fresh lemon juice; 2 tsp fresh parsley, chopped; 2 tsp fresh mint, chopped

Tender broccoli florets charred until crispy and golden, served with a silky spiced yogurt dip infused with cumin, paprika, and fresh herbs. A trendy, nutritious side that is naturally vegetarian and packed with flavor.

25 minEasyServes 4180 cal/serving

North AfricanSideStovetopVegetarianGluten-Free

Ingredients

2.5 lbs fresh broccoli florets
3 tbsp olive oil
1/4 tsp salt
1/8 tsp black pepper
1 cup plain Greek yogurt
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 tsp ground cumin
1/4 tsp smoked paprika
2 tsp fresh lemon juice
2 tsp fresh parsley, chopped
2 tsp fresh mint, chopped

Instructions

1

Make the yogurt dip first: in a small bowl, whisk together 1 cup plain Greek yogurt, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1/4 tsp ground cumin, 1/4 tsp smoked paprika, and 2 tsp fresh lemon juice. Stir in 2 tsp chopped fresh parsley and 2 tsp chopped fresh mint. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Set aside.
2

Heat 3 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
3

Add 2.5 lbs fresh broccoli florets in a single layer and let them cook undisturbed for 4-5 minutes to develop char on the bottoms.
4

Stir and continue cooking for another 5-7 minutes, tossing occasionally, until the broccoli is tender with charred, crispy edges.
5

Season with 1/4 tsp salt and 1/8 tsp black pepper to taste.
6

Transfer the charred broccoli to a serving platter and serve alongside the spiced yogurt dip.

Questions

Can I make Charred Broccoli with Spiced Yogurt Dip dairy-free?

Yes. The dairy in this entry is 1 cup plain Greek yogurt. Swap the yogurt for an unsweetened coconut or soy yogurt. The richness shifts slightly, but the method does not change.

How long does Charred Broccoli with Spiced Yogurt Dip keep?

Refrigerate leftovers within two hours and eat them within three days. Reheat gently on the stovetop.

Can I halve or double Charred Broccoli with Spiced Yogurt Dip?

Yes. As written it serves 4. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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