Roasted broccoli with soy glaze

Roasted broccoli with soy glaze recipe videos

Roasted broccoli with soy glaze is a simple yet flavorful side dish featuring broccoli florets roasted until tender and slightly charred, then tossed in a savory-sweet glaze made from soy sauce, often combined with ingredients like garlic, ginger, sesame oil, or a touch of honey or maple syrup. It's a popular dish in modern home cooking, drawing inspiration from East Asian flavor profiles.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is low in carbohydrates and calories, while providing a good amount of plant-based protein and dietary fiber from the broccoli. It's rich in vitamins C and K, and the soy glaze adds sodium and a small amount of umami depth without significant fat.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	120 kcal
Protein	4.5 g
Carbs	12 g
Fat	7 g
Fiber	5 g
Sugar	4 g
Sodium	480 mg
Vitamin C	135 mg
Vitamin K	160 mcg
Vitamin A	750 IU
Folate	100 mcg
Potassium	450 mg
Manganese	0.5 mg
Iron	1.2 mg
Calcium	60 mg

Per 1 cup (180 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

The dish is a great example of how simple roasting can transform a vegetable's texture and flavor, creating a caramelized, nutty taste that pairs perfectly with the salty-sweet soy glaze. Nutritionally, it's a powerhouse, delivering a high concentration of antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds from both the cruciferous broccoli and the fermented soy.