Roasted Broccoli (Garlic & Parmesan)
Roasted broccoli with garlic and parmesan is the most easy and delicious side dish recipe. There's no doubt this will be a dinner favorite!
- Total time
- 25 min
- Active time
- 5 min
- Yield
- 4, 4 servings
- Difficulty
- Medium
- Equipment
- 1 required
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Ingredients
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Garlic
4 cloves garlic (minced)
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Parmesan
¼ cup freshly grated parmesan
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Salt And Pepper
salt and pepper (to taste)
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ROASTED BROCCOLI INGREDIENTS
Broccoli: Grab a large head of broccoli.
There’s plenty of space on the sheet pan. If you’d like even more, feel free to roast two sheet pans at the same time!
HOW TO ROAST BROCCOLI
Slice the broccoli into pieces.
You want to make sure you slice them into the same size so they all cook evenly! Toss the florets with seasoning.
WAYS TO SERVE
Make roasted broccoli a part of a protein bowl.
For protein options, you can add simple shredded chicken, garlic butter shrimp, baked salmon, or lemon pepper chicken. For grains, you can make regular rice, cauliflower rice, or cilantro lime rice (my personal favorite).
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My favorite quality chef's knife.
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COOKING TIPS
Make sure to dry the broccoli after washing.
Any excess water can cause it to steam instead of roast. And that means it won’t crisp up like you want it too.
LISA’S TIPS
I always recommend a block of parmigiano reggiano that you grate yourself compared to pre-grated cheese, for the most robust flavor.
Heavy-duty commercial sheet pans are the best for not warping in the oven as well. To store in the fridge: Let it cool completely before storing it in an airtight container for 4 to 5 days.
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Prep
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5 min
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Cook
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20 min
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Total
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25 min
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Step 1
Slice the broccoli. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Remove the individual florets from the head of broccoli and cut them into even bite-sized pieces.
Image detailsSlice the broccoli. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Remove the individual florets from the head of broccoli and cut them into even bite-sized pieces.Downshiftology · ROASTED BROCCOLIDev reference Checks1
TemperatureInfoTemperature425°F
Target: 425 degree-fahrenheit
Expected state: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
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- 1 head of broccoli
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Step 2
Season the broccoli. On a baking sheet, toss the broccoli florets in olive oil and minced garlic and season with salt and pepper. Spread them out into an even layer on the baking sheet.
Image detailsSeason the broccoli. On a baking sheet, toss the broccoli florets in olive oil and minced garlic and season with salt and pepper. Spread them out into an even layer on the baking sheet.Downshiftology · ROASTED BROCCOLIDev reference Inputs and tools3
Uses
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- salt and pepper (to taste)
Step 3
Roast the broccoli. Bake in the oven for 20 minutes, or until edges are crispy and slightly browned.
Image detailsRoast the broccoli. Bake in the oven for 20 minutes, or until edges are crispy and slightly browned.Downshiftology · ROASTED BROCCOLIDev reference Visual cue
until edges are crispy and slightly browned.
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TextureInfoTextureuntil edges are crispy and slightly browned.
Expected state: until edges are crispy and slightly browned.
TimingInfoTimingfor 20 minutes
Target: 20 minute
Expected state: Bake in the oven for 20 minutes, or until edges are crispy and slightly browned.
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Step 4
Add the finishing touches. Garnish with freshly shaved parmesan and a squeeze of lemon. Serve immediately.
Image detailsAdd the finishing touches. Garnish with freshly shaved parmesan and a squeeze of lemon. Serve immediately.Downshiftology · ROASTED BROCCOLIDev reference Checks1
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Add the finishing touches. Garnish with freshly shaved parmesan and a squeeze of lemon. Serve immediately.
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- ¼ cup freshly grated parmesan
- 1 lemon (juiced)
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WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS ROASTED BROCCOLI
Although I love steamed broccoli, air fryer broccoli, and even raw broccoli in my broccoli salad, in the fall and winter it’s hard to resist the tantalizing aroma of fresh, oven-roasted broccoli.
The edges become beautifully golden and caramelized and let’s be honest, roasted vegetables just have SO much more flavor. I even find it hard to resist plucking pieces straight off the pan before they ever make it to a serving plate.
ROASTED BROCCOLI VARIATIONS
Give it a buttery vibe.
Top your roasted broccoli with a drizzle of hollandaise sauce, bearnaise sauce, or buerre blanc sauce for an elevated, restaurant-worthy spin. Give it a herby touch by tossing your florets with freshly chopped herbs such as thyme, rosemary, or parsley.
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4, 4 servings
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