Garlic Parmesan Roasted Broccoli (Printable Version)

Broccoli florets roasted with garlic, olive oil, and Parmesan for a flavorful, easy side dish.

# Ingredient List:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1.5 lbs fresh broccoli, cut into florets
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil

→ Seasonings

03 - 3 cloves garlic, finely minced
04 - 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
05 - 0.25 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Toppings

06 - 1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
07 - Zest of half a lemon (optional)
08 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Set oven temperature to 425°F and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
02 - In a large bowl, combine broccoli florets with olive oil, minced garlic, sea salt, and black pepper, tossing until evenly coated.
03 - Spread the broccoli florets in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet to ensure even roasting.
04 - Place in the oven and roast for 18 to 20 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until edges are crisp and florets are tender.
05 - Remove from the oven and immediately sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese; toss gently to coat the warm broccoli.
06 - Transfer to a serving dish, garnish with lemon zest and chopped parsley if desired, and serve warm.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It turns plain broccoli into something you actually crave, with crispy edges and nutty, caramelized flavor.
  • The whole thing comes together in half an hour with ingredients you probably already have.
  • Its one of those rare dishes that works just as well for a weeknight dinner as it does for hosting.
02 -
  • Dont crowd the pan or the broccoli will steam instead of roast, and youll miss out on all that crispy goodness.
  • Add the Parmesan after roasting, not before, or itll burn in the oven and turn bitter.
  • Stir halfway through so every floret gets a chance to touch the hot pan and caramelize.
03 -
  • Use a hot oven and give the broccoli space on the pan so the edges get crispy and caramelized instead of soggy.
  • Toss the Parmesan on right when the broccoli comes out of the oven so it melts into the florets and creates little pockets of flavor.
  • Mince the garlic fine so it clings to the broccoli and roasts evenly without burning.
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