Garlic Parmesan Roasted Broccoli (Print Version)

Tender broccoli florets roasted with garlic and Parmesan create a quick, flavorful side dish.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1.5 lbs fresh broccoli 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 ½ lemon (optional)
08 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

# How to Prepare:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
02 - In a large bowl, toss broccoli florets with olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
03 - Spread the broccoli in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
04 - Roast for 18–20 minutes, stirring halfway through, until edges are crisp and broccoli is tender.
05 - Remove from oven and immediately sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, then toss gently to coat.
06 - Transfer to a serving dish, garnish with lemon zest and chopped parsley if desired, and serve warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It turns everyday broccoli into something you actually crave, with crispy edges and a salty Parmesan crust.
  • The whole thing comes together in half an hour with ingredients you probably already have.
  • Its flexible enough to pair with almost anything, from weeknight pasta to roasted salmon.
02 -
  • Dont skip the single layer step, piling broccoli too high traps steam and youll end up with soggy florets instead of crispy ones.
  • Add the Parmesan only after roasting, tossing it in before the oven can make it clump or burn.
  • If your garlic starts to burn before the broccoli is done, lower the temp to 400°F and add a few minutes to the cook time.
03 -
  • Use a preheated baking sheet for an extra crispy bottom, just be careful when tossing the broccoli on.
  • If youre doubling the recipe, use two pans instead of crowding one, the broccoli needs space to roast properly.
  • A microplane grater makes quick work of both the garlic and the Parmesan, and gives you finer, more evenly distributed flavor.
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