Roasted Broccoli Bowl (Printable)

Crispy roasted broccoli on grains, drizzled with creamy tahini sauce and fresh toppings.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 large head broccoli, cut into florets
02 - 1 red onion, thinly sliced
03 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
04 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
05 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
06 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Grains

07 - 1 cup quinoa or brown rice, uncooked
08 - 2 cups water or vegetable broth

→ Tahini Sauce

09 - 1/3 cup tahini
10 - 2 tablespoons lemon juice
11 - 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
12 - 1 garlic clove, minced
13 - 3 to 5 tablespoons water
14 - Salt to taste

→ Toppings

15 - 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
16 - 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
17 - 1 avocado, sliced
18 - Lemon wedges

# Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Toss broccoli florets and red onion slices with olive oil, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Spread evenly on the prepared baking sheet.
03 - Roast for 20 to 25 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until broccoli is golden and crispy at the edges.
04 - Rinse quinoa or rice under cold water. Combine with water or broth in a saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer until fluffy, approximately 15 minutes for quinoa or 35 minutes for rice. Fluff with a fork.
05 - Whisk together tahini, lemon juice, maple syrup or honey, minced garlic, and salt in a bowl. Gradually whisk in water until smooth and pourable.
06 - Divide cooked grains among bowls. Top with roasted broccoli and onions. Drizzle generously with tahini sauce.
07 - Top with sesame seeds, parsley, avocado slices, and lemon wedges if desired. Serve warm.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It's quick and easy, ready in just 40 minutes
  • The perfect balance of nutrients in one bowl
  • Crispy, caramelized broccoli creates incredible texture
  • Creamy tahini sauce brings everything together
  • Endlessly customizable with your favorite toppings
02 -
  • Cut broccoli florets to similar sizes for even cooking
  • Don't rush the roasting—those crispy edges are worth the wait
  • Toast your sesame seeds in a dry pan for enhanced nutty flavor
  • Let the tahini come to room temperature for the smoothest sauce
  • For meal prep, store components separately for up to 4 days
Go Back