Description
You need this simple recipe for incredibly crispy roasted broccoli coated in savory garlic and Parmesan cheese. It is a quick, healthy, and flavorful vegetable side dish perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large heads of broccoli, cut into uniform florets
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (optional, for brightness)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit (220 degrees Celsius). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- Place the broccoli florets in a large bowl. Drizzle with the olive oil. Toss the broccoli until every piece is lightly coated.
- Sprinkle the garlic powder, salt, and black pepper over the oiled broccoli. Toss again until the seasonings distribute evenly. You want every piece seasoned well.
- Spread the seasoned broccoli onto the prepared baking sheet in a single layer. Do not overcrowd the pan; use two sheets if necessary to guarantee maximum crispiness.
- Roast for 12 to 15 minutes. The edges should start to look golden brown and slightly charred.
- Remove the pan from the oven. Immediately sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the hot broccoli. Gently toss the broccoli on the pan to coat it with the melting cheese.
- Return the pan to the oven and roast for another 3 to 5 minutes, or until the cheese is lightly browned and the broccoli reaches your desired level of crispiness.
- Remove from the oven. If you like, drizzle with fresh lemon juice before serving hot. This is the best roasted broccoli you will make!
Notes
- For the crispiest result, make sure your oven is fully preheated and do not skip spreading the broccoli in a single layer. Crowding steams the vegetable instead of roasting it.
- If you want a stronger garlic flavor, use 2 cloves of fresh minced garlic instead of garlic powder, mixing it in with the olive oil before tossing.
- This recipe is great for meal prep. Store cooled leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 18 min
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Oven Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 250
- Fat: 7
- Saturated Fat: 2
- Unsaturated Fat: 5
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 9
- Fiber: 4
- Protein: 5
- Cholesterol: 5