Melting Broccoli & Cauliflower with Feta and Lemon-Dill Butter

Name: Melting Broccoli & Cauliflower with Feta and Lemon-Dill Butter
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Ingredients: 1 head broccoli (cut into large florets); 1 head cauliflower (cut into large florets); 2 Tbsp olive oil; 1 Tbsp butter (melted); Salt & black pepper; 3 Tbsp olive oil; 2 Tbsp butter; 2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice + ½ tsp zest; 1 tsp Dijon mustard; 2 Tbsp chopped fresh dill; 1 clove garlic (finely grated); 1½ –2 cups crumbled Greek feta; Optional: toasted almonds or pine nuts

From the streets of Athens to the set of My Greek Table, this recipe tells a story of evolution — how a simple Greek idea can meet a global trend. The viral 'melting broccoli' craze gets its Hellenic makeover here with roasted broccoli and cauliflower bathed in a lemon-dill butter sauce, then crowned with crumbled Greek feta. It’s bright, aromatic, and just indulgent enough — a perfect Greek twist for modern tables, bringing together the crisp edges of roasted vegetables and the creamy tang of melted feta. A side dish that shines from weekday dinner to Thanksgiving centerpiece, all with the soul of Greece.

RATING

SERVES

PREP TIME

10 min

COOK TIME

25 min

TIME

35 min

RECIPES

Sides

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Ingredients

1 head broccoli cut into large florets
1 head cauliflower cut into large florets
2 Tbsp olive oil
1 Tbsp butter melted
Salt & black pepper
3 Tbsp olive oil
2 Tbsp butter
2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice + ½ tsp zest
1 tsp Dijon mustard
2 Tbsp chopped fresh dill
1 clove garlic finely grated
1½ –2 cups crumbled Greek feta
Optional: toasted almonds or pine nuts

Instructions

Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment.
Toss broccoli and cauliflower with olive oil, melted butter, salt, and pepper. Spread in a single layer.
Roast 20 minutes until edges caramelize ('melting' texture).
Combine basting sauce ingredients (olive oil, butter, lemon juice, zest, mustard, dill, garlic) in a saucepan; warm gently to emulsify.
Spoon warm sauce over vegetables and roast another 5 minutes.
Sprinkle feta on hot vegetables and allow it to soften.
Transfer to a platter, drizzle pan juices, and garnish with dill and nuts.

Notes

Why You’ll Love It

A Greek take on the viral melting broccoli trend.
Feta and lemon-dill butter give irresistible flavor depth.
Easy, healthy, and perfect for holidays or weeknights.
Bright, tangy, and satisfying without being heavy.
Connects Athens cookbook heritage with My Greek Table Season 5.

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Notes

Use both broccoli and cauliflower for contrasting color and texture — the feta binds them beautifully.
Swap dill for parsley or thyme if preferred; both pair well with lemon and feta.
Add toasted almonds or pine nuts for crunch and visual appeal.
Nutrition (per serving, approx.): 210 calories, 9g protein, 18g fat, 6g carbs.
Dietary Info: Gluten-free, Mediterranean diet–friendly, and vegetarian.