Spicy Chili Crisp Roasted Broccoli (Printable)

Crispy roasted broccoli meets fresh veggies and grains with spicy chili crisp sesame drizzle

# What You’ll Need:

→ Roasted Broccoli

01 - 1 large head broccoli, cut into florets
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
04 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Grain Base

05 - 1 cup uncooked brown rice or quinoa
06 - 2 cups water
07 - 1/2 teaspoon salt

→ Fresh Vegetables & Toppings

08 - 1 cup shredded red cabbage
09 - 1 large carrot, julienned
10 - 1 small cucumber, thinly sliced
11 - 1 avocado, sliced
12 - 2 green onions, sliced
13 - 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds

→ Spicy Chili Crisp Sesame Dressing

14 - 2 tablespoons chili crisp
15 - 1 1/2 tablespoons toasted sesame oil
16 - 1 tablespoon soy sauce
17 - 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
18 - 1 teaspoon maple syrup or honey
19 - 1 clove garlic, finely grated

# How-To Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F.
02 - Toss broccoli florets with olive oil, sea salt, and black pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes, turning halfway, until edges are crispy and browned.
03 - Rinse grains under cold water, combine with water and salt in a saucepan, bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and simmer until tender (about 15-20 minutes for rice, 12-15 minutes for quinoa). Fluff with a fork.
04 - Whisk together chili crisp, sesame oil, soy sauce, rice vinegar, maple syrup, and grated garlic in a small bowl.
05 - Shred the cabbage, julienne the carrot, slice the cucumber and avocado, and chop green onions.
06 - Divide cooked grains among 4 bowls. Top with roasted broccoli, cabbage, carrot, cucumber, and avocado. Drizzle generously with chili crisp sesame dressing. Garnish with green onions and toasted sesame seeds.
07 - Serve immediately, mixing everything together before eating.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The chili crisp sesame drizzle is the kind of sauce you will want to put on everything
  • You get crunch, heat, creaminess, and freshness all in one bowl
  • It comes together faster than ordering takeout
02 -
  • Crowding the baking sheet is the fastest way to end up with steamed, sad broccoli instead of crispy roasted pieces
  • Let the dressing sit for 10 minutes before serving so the garlic has time to mellow out
03 -
  • Double the dressing and keep it in your fridge for quick vegetable bowls all week
  • Taste a piece of roasted broccoli straight from the oven and adjust salt before assembling

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