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Delicious, tender Roasted Broccoli coated in olive oil and lemon juice and drizzled in Parmesan cheese. We love this recipe, especially because it so simple!
We love roasted veggies, like today’s Parmesan roasted broccoli. Other favorites include: roasted brussel sprouts, roasted cauliflower and herb roasted potatoes.
Easy Oven Roasted Broccoli
As I’ve grown up I’ve developed a huge love for green veggies. They definitely were NOT my favorite as a kid, but now I love all salads, broccoli, snow peas, cucumbers, zucchini – you name it! Since broccoli is a favorite, I wanted to share a recipe for Parmesan Roasted Broccoli. It has hints of lemon, garlic and cheese making it a new favorite way to prepare the green vegetable.
The hubby and I have been trying to eat healthier and make sure we are having at least one veggie with every meal. Broccoli is rich in folate, vitamins, and minerals. Unfortunately veggies do lose some of their nutrients when they are cooked, but they’re still a good vegetable to get some of your suggested veggie intake.
With this recipe being as simple as it is, we plan to make this roasted broccoli more often because it really is so simple and tasty. You can easily modify it to your liking with different spices and such, but we loved it as is.
How to Roast Broccoli
Olive oil vs vegetable oil: One difference between olive and vegetable oil is their smoke points. The most important thing to consider is what temperature you are roasting your broccoli. The smoke point of olive oil is 425, so if you are going to be roasting it any higher I would switch to using vegetable oil.
We typically use olive oil and bake at 425. 😉
To make this broccoli, line a baking sheet with foil or grease baking sheet.
Combine olive oil and garlic in a small bowl and microwave for 30 seconds. Strain oil and discard garlic pieces. Whisk in lemon juice, salt and pepper. Toss broccoli with oil mixture and spread onto baking sheet. Sprinkle with cheese and enjoy warm.
Recipe Tips:
- Baking directly on the pan will give a crispy texture than if you were to line the pan.
- Be sure that they’re all about the same size so they cook at the same rate.
- Don’t overcrowd the pan.
Variations, Storing + Reheating
Want to change up the recipe? You can toss the broccoli, or top the broccoli with breadcrumbs. You just have to make sure that the breadcrumbs don’t become too soggy and defeat the whole purpose. Some other changes you can make include:
- using a different cheese, like feta or mozzarella.
- add heat with paprika, chilli flakes, or hot sauce
- Toss in some sliced almonds and roast
Storage: Keep them in an air-tight container in the fridge for 2-3 days. Freezing roasted veggies works pretty well. You can keep these in the freezer for up to 3 months.
Reheat: They will have become soft so reheat them in the oven (450°F for 5-8 minutes). If you want them to be crunchier put them under the broiler for a bit. Watch carefully so they don’t burn.
To be honest, I think any veggie served like this would be delicious. I may have to try zucchini and asparagus spears next time we make this or even make a medley of veggies. It really was delicious!
For more roasted veggies, try:
- Roasted Brussel Sprouts
- Oven Roasted Sweet Potato Cubes
- Roasted Green Beans
- Roasted Tomatoes
- Roasted Cauliflower
- Roasted Red Potatoes
- Oven Roasted Vegetables
Roasted Broccoli Recipe
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 4 tsp minced garlic
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 1/2 tsp garlic salt (with parsley flakes)
- 3/4 tsp pepper
- 3 broccoli heads cut into medium florets
- 1 cup freshly grated Parmesan Cheese
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425.
- Line Baking sheet with foil or grease baking sheet.
- Combine olive oil and garlic in a small bowl and microwave for 30 seconds. Strain oil and discard garlic pieces.
- Whisk in lemon juice, salt and pepper.
- Toss broccoli with oil mixture and spread onto baking sheet. Sprinkle with cheese.
- Bake for 20 – 22 minutes tossing broccoli once during baking time. ENJOY warm!
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
I used to not like broccoli until I tried this recipe! Who knew that roasting was the key to delicious broccoli?! Try this recipe and you will be converted to broccoli!
We love the combo of garlic and Parmesan. My kids get excited to eat broccoli. I secretly hop there is leftovers. Just as good the second day reheated.
Literally a life changing way to eat broccoli!!
The best way to eat broccoli!
I like all types of broccoli. However, roasted is my favorite. I love that you can EASILY change the seasonings up to better fit the main dish.
My family loves roasted broccoli! My kids will even eat it like this. It’s a quick & easy side dish for any meal!
I love broccoli in anything and everything! This roaSted broccoli is so good and with the perfect crunch.
Roasted Vegetable are one of my absolute Favorites. They are about the only way my kids will eat them too!
I love broccoli, warm or cold, but this is one of my favorite ways to eat it!! Easy & very tasty!!
hOW COULD YOU NOT LOVE THIS RECIPE? iT’S SO STINKIN GOOD! mY FAMILY loved IT!