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Roasted Broccoli with Caesar-ish Sauce and Smoky Seedy Drizzle

A vibrant and nutritious dish featuring roasted broccoli paired with a creamy, tangy Caesar-ish sauce and a smoky seedy drizzle. Perfect for weeknight dinners or a light main course.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Side Dish
Cuisine: Vegan, Vegetarian
Calories: 275
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the roasted broccoli
  • 2 heads Broccoli Fresh, vibrant green broccoli brings a beautiful crunch.
  • 1.5 tablespoons Olive Oil Ensures your broccoli roasts beautifully.
For the Caesar-ish sauce
  • 1.5 tablespoons Capers Provides a salty, tangy punch.
  • 300 ml Unsweetened Soya Yoghurt Creates a creamy base for the sauce.
  • 2 tablespoons Nutritional Yeast Adds a cheesy flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Miso Paste Adds depth and umami.
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard Enhances the sauce’s vivacity.
  • 2 teaspoons Caper Brine Adds acidity and flavor.
  • 0.5 teaspoons Garlic Powder Enhances overall savoriness.
  • 0.5 units Lemon Juice brightens the flavors.
For the smoky seedy drizzle
  • 1.5 tablespoons Toasted Sesame Oil Infuses the recipe with a rich, nutty aroma.
  • 3 tablespoons Mixed Seeds Sunflower, pumpkin, and sesame mix for flavor and crunch.
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Flakes Brings a gentle heat.
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Enhances smoky complexity.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 200°C fan.
  2. Cut each head of broccoli in half lengthways and then slice into two large wedges.
Roasting
  1. Lay the broccoli wedges on a lined baking tray, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  2. Toss to coat evenly and roast for about 20 minutes, or until tender and lightly charred.
Making the sauce
  1. Finely chop ⅔ of the capers and combine with the other sauce ingredients in a mixing bowl.
  2. Whisk together until smooth, adding salt and pepper to taste.
Making the drizzle
  1. In a small frying pan, toast the mixed seeds over medium heat until fragrant.
  2. Add the sesame oil and olive oil, cooking for another 1-2 minutes, then stir in the chili flakes and smoked paprika.
Serving
  1. Plate the roasted broccoli on a generous amount of the Caesar-ish sauce, and drizzle the smoky seedy drizzle over it.
  2. Optionally scatter some reserved capers on top.

Notes

Feel free to swap vegetables, make extra sauce for salads, and prepare ahead of time for convenience. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.