Module 4 · Vegetables
Charred Broccoli with Lemon-Tahini Cream & Toasted Sesame
Charred Broccoli with Lemon-Tahini Cream & Toasted Sesame is a keto side dish with 8 g net carbs, 7 g protein and 22 g fat per serving (260 kcal). It serves 4 and takes 35 minutes in total.
Broccoli roasted until the tips go dark and crackly, draped in a silky lemon-tahini cream. Nobody will ask where the meat is.
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Allergens in this Ketogeni recipe: sesame. Includes listed optional alternatives; check actual ingredient labels and substitutions.
Yield: 4 servings · Active time: 15 min · Total time: 35 min
| Per serving | Amount |
|---|---|
| Net carbohydrates | 8 g |
| Protein | 7 g |
| Fat | 22 g |
| Energy | 260 kcal |
Nutrition figures are estimates, not medical advice. Check ingredient labels and weigh your own portions, especially when tracking a strict daily carbohydrate limit. How to interpret these estimates.
Ingredients
- 600 g organic broccoli, cut into large florets with stems peeled and halved
- 4 tbsp organic extra-virgin olive oil
- 0.75 tsp fine sea salt
- 40 g organic tahini (about 2 tbsp)
- 30 ml organic lemon juice (about 1 lemon)
- 1 piece organic garlic clove, grated
- 45 ml cold water
- 1 tbsp organic sesame seeds, toasted
- 0.5 tsp organic chili flakes
- 10 g organic fresh mint leaves, torn
Step-by-step method
- Heat the oven to 230 C (450 F, fan 210 C) and slide a large, heavy baking sheet onto the middle shelf to preheat. A hot pan is what chars the broccoli.
- Dry the florets thoroughly with a clean towel. Toss with 3 tbsp olive oil and the salt until every surface is glossy.
- Carefully pull the hot pan out, tip on the broccoli in a single layer, cut sides down where you can. It should sizzle on contact.
- Roast 15 minutes without moving, then flip and roast 6-8 minutes more, until the tips are dark brown, nearly black in places, and the stems are tender when pierced.
- While it roasts, whisk the tahini, lemon juice, lemon zest and grated garlic. It will seize and look wrong; keep whisking while adding the cold water a splash at a time until it turns pale, smooth and pourable like double cream. Season with a pinch of salt.
- Spread the tahini cream on a warm platter, pile the broccoli on top, then finish with the last tbsp olive oil, sesame seeds, chili flakes and torn mint.
Chef’s tips
- Dry broccoli = char. Wet broccoli = steam. Pat it dry after washing, or wash it the night before and leave it to air-dry.
- Peel the thick stems: they roast sweet and tender, and are the best bit.
- Add a splash more water to the tahini if it thickens as it stands.
Variations
- Swap the tahini cream for the Module 2 green sauce or aioli.
- Finish with grated Parmesan or crumbled feta (vegetarian) for salt and depth.
- Use Romanesco or purple sprouting broccoli when in season.
Storage
Roasted broccoli keeps 3 days in the fridge; re-crisp in a hot oven or dry pan. Tahini cream keeps 4 days covered; whisk in a little water to loosen before serving. Fully plant-based as written.
Questions and answers
How many net carbs are in Charred Broccoli with Lemon-Tahini Cream & Toasted Sesame?
One serving has 8 g net carbohydrates, 7 g protein and 22 g fat (260 kcal). The recipe makes 4 servings. These figures are estimates; your own ingredients may differ.
Can I make Charred Broccoli with Lemon-Tahini Cream & Toasted Sesame ahead, store or freeze it?
Roasted broccoli keeps 3 days in the fridge; re-crisp in a hot oven or dry pan. Tahini cream keeps 4 days covered; whisk in a little water to loosen before serving. Fully plant-based as written.
Which allergens are in Charred Broccoli with Lemon-Tahini Cream & Toasted Sesame?
It contains sesame, as listed by Ketogeni for this recipe. Always check the labels of the products you use.
Is Charred Broccoli with Lemon-Tahini Cream & Toasted Sesame vegan?
Yes. The recipe contains no meat, fish, eggs, dairy or other animal products.
Can I vary Charred Broccoli with Lemon-Tahini Cream & Toasted Sesame?
Yes. Swap the tahini cream for the Module 2 green sauce or aioli. Finish with grated Parmesan or crumbled feta (vegetarian) for salt and depth. Use Romanesco or purple sprouting broccoli when in season.