Do you have any favorite broccoli recipes? I love it in just about anything – broccoli salad, frittatas, pasta, etc. – but my favorite way to eat broccoli might be the simplest: roasted!
Roasted broccoli is so easy to make, and the florets come out of the oven deliciously golden brown, crisp, and tender. I have a hard time not eating them all straight off the sheet pan, but they’re also a fantastic addition to all sorts of recipes and a yummy side dish on their own.
If you love roasted broccoli as much as I do, read on to find my foolproof method for how to roast it, along with a slew of serving suggestions to make it flavorful, filling, and absolutely irresistible. Happy roasting!
That’s it! You can also roast Meyer lemon halves along with the broccoli. Right when they come out of the oven, squeeze the roasted lemon juice over the florets. Then, finish them with a big sprinkle of red pepper flakes. Serve warm, and enjoy!
As I said above, my favorite way to serve oven roasted broccoli is with a big squeeze of lemon juice and red pepper flakes. But your options don’t end there! Here are a few more great ways to dress up this simple side dish:
Alternatively, make it a meal on its own! Add it to an easy roasted vegetable pasta, or pile it onto a DIY grain bowl with one of the sauces from above, a grain, and a protein. Here are a few of my favorites:
Roasted Broccoli
Learn how to roast broccoli perfectly every time! Enjoy it on its own, or try one of the flavorful serving suggestions above.
Prep: 5min
Total: 25min
Ingredients:
- 12 ounces broccoli florets
- Extra-virgin olive oil (for drizzling)
- Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
- Meyer lemons (halved, optional)
- Red pepper flakes (optional)
Instruction:
- Preheat the oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place the broccoli florets and lemon halves on the baking sheet. Toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper, and spread evenly on the baking sheet.
- Roast 15 to 22 minutes or until browned around the edges. Squeeze a little lemon juice onto the broccoli and sprinkle with red pepper flakes, if desired.
Oven Roasted Broccoli Recipe
The easiest Roasted Broccoli Recipe. Broccoli florets tossed with oil, salt, pepper, and garlic, then roasted until golden and crisp-tender.
Prep: 5min
Total: 20min
Yield: 4
Serving Size: 4 g
Nutrition Facts: servingSize 4 g, calories 154 kcal, Carbohydrate 12 g, Protein 5 g, Fat 11 g, Saturated Fat 2 g, Sodium 347 mg, Fiber 5 g, Sugar 3 g, unSaturated Fat 9 g
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 pounds broccoli (1 head) (cut into medium florets*)
- 3 Tbsp olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1/2 tsp salt (or to taste)
- ¼ tsp pepper (or to taste)
- 2 Tbsp freshly grated parmesan (to serve, optional)
Instruction:
- Preheat the oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- On the prepared baking sheet, toss the broccoli florets with the oil, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Spread the broccoli in a single layer and roast in the oven until the edges are golden and lightly browned and the stems are crisp-tender, about 14-18 minutes.
- Sprinkle with freshly grated parmesan if using and serve right away.
Best Roasted Broccoli Recipe
FAQ
Is it better to boil or bake broccoli?
Is baked broccoli good for you?
Why is my broccoli soggy in the oven?
But, they’ll turn out soft and soggy instead of crispy and caramelized. The solution: Turn the oven temperature up to 400°F to 425°F. The high heat will quickly coax out all those naturally sweet flavors while keeping the vegetable tender-crisp.
Should I steam my broccoli before roasting?
