LEMON PEPPER ROASTED BROCCOLI

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Fresh green broccoli turns tangy and tasty when roasted with lemon juice and pepper. A sprinkle of almonds adds crunch. -Liz Bellville, Jacksonville, North Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

1-1/2 pounds fresh broccoli florets (about 12 cups)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper, divided
1/4 cup chopped almonds
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest

Steps:

Preheat oven to 450°. Place broccoli in a large bowl. Whisk oil, lemon juice, salt and 1/8 teaspoon pepper until blended; drizzle over broccoli and toss to coat. Transfer to a 15x10x1-in. baking pan., Roast 10-15 minutes or until tender. Transfer to a serving dish. Sprinkle with almonds, lemon zest and remaining pepper; toss to combine.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 84 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 103mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges