Description
Crispy, oven-roasted broccoli with caramelized edges and natural sweetness. A healthy, family-friendly side dish ready in 30 minutes. Customize with Parmesan, lemon, or nutritional yeast.
Ingredients
1 to 1.5 lbs broccoli (1–2 heads, cut into bite-sized florets)
2–3 tbsp light olive oil
2–3 fresh garlic cloves or 1/2 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp kosher salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
2–4 tbsp grated Parmesan (optional)
Lemon zest or lemon juice (optional)
Nutritional yeast (optional dairy-free substitute for Parmesan)
Instructions
Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Wash broccoli under cool water. Dry thoroughly with a clean towel.
Toss florets in a bowl with olive oil, garlic (fresh or powder), salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
Spread broccoli in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Avoid overcrowding.
Bake for 14–20 minutes. Flip halfway through for even browning. Stems should bend slightly.
Sprinkle Parmesan during the last 2–3 minutes of baking (if using). Add lemon juice/zest immediately after roasting.
Notes
Use parchment paper for easy cleanup.
Flip broccoli halfway for even browning.
Swap Parmesan for nutritional yeast or lemon zest to keep it dairy-free.
Store leftovers refrigerated for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: DINNER
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1.5 cups (serving for 4) or 1 cup (serving for 6)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg