Garlic Parmesan Roasted Broccoli
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This comes together so quickly with just 5 min prep. It’s the perfect and easiest side dish to any meal!
Say hello to the most perfect oven roasted broccoli. Wonderfully charred, evenly-crisp-tender florets, sprinkled with freshly grated Parmesan and lemon juice. It’s a thing of beauty.
Ingredients
Broccoli
Fresh cut broccoli is best to ensure the florets are cut in similar sizes for even cooking.
Olive oil
We recommend using good quality olive oil, making sure the broccoli is coated very well for those golden brown edges and crisp stems.
Garlic
Minced garlic is always our go-to but garlic powder can be used as well.
Parmesan
Add the finishing touches with a healthy dusting of freshly grated Parmesan. Freshly grated goes a long way.
Lemon juice
Freshly squeezed lemon juice adds just the right amount of zing here!
tips and tricks for success
- Use fresh cut broccoli florets. We do not recommend using frozen broccoli as it will retain too much water (hence steam, hence not-so-crisp broccoli). Fresh cut is ideal to ensure the florets are all cut in similar, uniform sizes for even cooking throughout.
- Dry the broccoli. Once washed, it is important to dry the broccoli completely. Wet broccoli florets (similar to frozen broccoli) roasted in the oven will cause steam.
- Don’t skimp on those stem pieces. They are the BEST part, and just as flavorful as the florets itself.
- Use a big sheet pan. We do not want an overcrowded pan. We love a big sheet pan for an even layer of broccoli to get those favorited crispy edges.
- Toss everything on the sheet pan. No need to dirty up another bowl. Toss, mix, coat everything right on your sheet pan, making clean up a breeze. Parchment paper is not needed.
- Mix it up. Try something a little different! Add in crispy bacon, fresh herbs, more veggies or a drizzle of balsamic glaze to mix things up.
what to serve with roasted broccoli
Tools For This Recipe
Baking sheet
Garlic Parmesan Roasted Broccoli: Frequently Asked Questions
Not at all! The broccoli will be roasted on the baking sheet for about 10-12 minutes depending on the size of your florets.
24 ounces broccoli florets is equal to about 5 cups.
We personally love California Olive Ranch. It’s our go-to bottle that we always have on hand, perfect for grilling, marinades, drizzling and even baking.
Garlic Parmesan Roasted Broccoli
Ingredients
- 24 ounces broccoli florets*
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- ¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan
- 3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
Equipment
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Lightly oil a baking sheet or coat with nonstick spray.
- Place broccoli florets in a single layer onto the prepared baking sheet. Add olive oil and garlic; season with salt and pepper, to taste. Gently toss to combine.
- Place into oven and bake for 10-12 minutes, or until tender.
- Serve immediately, sprinkled with Parmesan and lemon juice.
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