Roasted Sardines with Broccoli
Prep
15 mins
Cook
25 mins
Servings
4
Difficulty
Easy
Crispy roasted sardines paired with tender charred broccoli florets, finished with a bright lemon and garlic dressing. A quick, nutritious, and delicious Mediterranean-inspired weeknight dinner.
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Ingredients
- 12fresh sardines(gutted and cleaned)
- 1½ poundsbroccoli florets(cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 6 tablespoonsextra virgin olive oil
- 2fresh lemon(zest and juice)
- 4garlic cloves(minced)
- 1 teaspoonsea salt
- ½ teaspoonblack pepper
- 4fresh thyme sprigs
- ¼ teaspoonred pepper flakes
- ½ teaspoongarlic powder
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Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper.
Tip: A hot oven ensures crispy skin on the sardines.
- 2
Pat the sardines dry with paper towels and arrange them on one baking sheet. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons of olive oil and season inside and out with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Tuck a thyme sprig inside each sardine.
Tip: Drying the fish helps achieve a better roast and prevents steaming.
- 3
On the second baking sheet, toss the broccoli florets with 3 tablespoons of olive oil, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
Tip: Don't overcrowd the pan; arrange in a single layer for better caramelization.
- 4
Place both sheets in the oven. Roast for 20-25 minutes until the sardine skin is crispy and broccoli is tender with charred edges.
Tip: The sardines are done when their flesh is opaque and flakes easily.
- 5
While everything roasts, whisk together the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil with minced garlic, lemon zest, and lemon juice in a small bowl.
Tip: This bright dressing adds freshness and complements the richness of the fish.
- 6
Remove both sheets from the oven and transfer the sardines and broccoli to a serving platter.
- 7
Drizzle the lemon-garlic dressing over the sardines and broccoli, tossing gently to combine.
Tip: Serve immediately while everything is still warm for the best flavor and texture.
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