Roasted Broccoli Garlic Parmesan (Printable)

Tender broccoli florets roasted with garlic and savory Parmesan topping for a delicious vegetable side.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 large head broccoli (approximately 1.1 lbs), cut into florets

→ Aromatics

02 - 3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced

→ Seasonings

03 - 3 tbsp olive oil
04 - ½ tsp sea salt
05 - ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper

→ Finishing

06 - ⅓ cup (1 oz) freshly grated Parmesan cheese
07 - 1 tbsp lemon juice (optional)
08 - Zest of ½ lemon (optional)

# How to Make It:

01 - Set the oven to 425°F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, combine broccoli florets, olive oil, sliced garlic, sea salt, and black pepper. Toss until evenly coated.
03 - Spread the broccoli mixture in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring there is space between florets to avoid overcrowding.
04 - Place the baking sheet in the oven and roast for 18 to 20 minutes, flipping the florets once halfway through roasting until edges are crisp and broccoli is tender and golden.
05 - Remove the broccoli from the oven and immediately sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese. If using, drizzle lemon juice and scatter lemon zest, then toss gently to combine.
06 - Serve the roasted broccoli hot as a flavorful side dish.

# Expert Hacks:

01 -
  • Broccoli transforms into something crispy-edged and irresistible when roasted hot and fast, nothing like steamed.
  • The garlic gets mellow and almost sweet, while Parmesan adds a salty punch that makes you want to eat more vegetables.
02 -
  • Crowding the pan is the biggest mistake—broccoli steams instead of roasts, and you lose all that golden texture you're after.
  • If your oven runs cool, bump it to 450°F and watch closely; every oven is different, and you want to see those charred edges.
03 -
  • Use parchment paper on your baking sheet so the browned bits don't stick and you actually want to make this again.
  • Don't wait to add the Parmesan—heat helps it melt slightly and cling to the warm florets instead of just sitting on top.

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