Broccoli Doesn’t Have to Be Boring; This Recipe Proves It

This side is both healthy and delicious! Greg Dupree/TNS

Honey and chipotle peppers coat roasted broccoli in this sweet and smoky side dish. Serve alongside pork, roasted chicken, or any main dish that could use some kick.

Honey-Chipotle Roasted Broccoli

Active Time: 15 minutes Total Time: 30 minutes

Serves 6

• 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 4 teaspoons honey
• 1 tablespoon lemon or lime juice
• 2 teaspoons minced canned chipotles in adobo
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 8 cups broccoli florets (about 1 pound)

Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Coat a large, rimmed baking sheet with cooking spray.

Whisk oil, honey, citrus juice, chipotles, garlic powder, and salt together in a large bowl. Add broccoli and toss to coat. Transfer to the prepared baking sheet and roast, stirring once, until tender and browned in spots, 12 to 15 minutes.

Recipe nutrition per serving: 104 Calories, Total Fat: 7 g, Saturated Fat: 1 g, Carbohydrates: 9 g, Fiber: 2 g, Total Sugars: 5 g, Added Sugars: 4 g, Protein: 3 g, Sodium: 132 mg, Potassium: 319 mg, Iron: 1 mg, Folate: 68 mcg, Calcium: 46 mg, Vitamin A: 2937 IU, Vitamin C: 89 mg.

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