They are crunchy, lemony, slightly spicy, and a little garlicky; they are perfect as a side dish for an easy everyday dinner or a special holiday meal. Check out our best vegetable sides recipe collection! Broccoli often gets a bad reputation due to its bland taste and texture. Yet, if cooked properly, you can turn this nutritional powerhouse into one of the tastiest, most indulgent, and finger-licking roasted vegetables.For this recipe of oven-roasted broccoli, we use simple ingredients such as extra virgin olive oil, freshly squeezed lemon juice, garlic, and chili flakes to create a flavor bomb of a side dish that everyone will love.
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You can use the whole broccoli head (or broccolini), including the stems, or you can use the florets and save the stems to make a creamy broccoli soup.
Olive oil
We recommend extra virgin olive oil if you can. It adds a fruity and nutty flavor to the broccoli. Also, it helps them cook crisp-tender in the oven without burning. If you want to give this recipe an Asian twist, you can substitute sesame oil for olive oil and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
Garlic, lemon, and chili flakes
These are the core ingredients in our dressing, and they work wonderfully to add a fresh, zesty, and spicy touch to the broccoli. Change the quantity of these ingredients based on your preferences. For instance, if you love citrus, add lemon juice and zest. Or, if you like a more intense garlic flavor, grate one or more garlic cloves into the dressing.
Salt and pepper
We use sea salt or kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper for roasting the broccoli and the dressing.
Parmesan (optional)
To make this oven-roasted broccoli recipe even tastier, you can sprinkle grated parmesan cheese or a dairy-free cheese once the broccoli is roasted, then broil them for 5 minutes to melt the cheese.
Almonds (optional)
A great natural dairy-free alternative to parmesan is toasted shaved or slivered almonds. Sprinkle on top of the broccoli before serving to add crunch and a delicious nutty flavor that perfectly matches that of the roasted broccoli. Rinse and shake the water off the broccoli head. Next, cut the stem into thin slices, then cut the florets into similar-sized pieces. Tip: we prefer to use only the broccoli florets and save the stem to make our delicious broccoli soup. Transfer the broccoli florets onto the baking sheet and season with olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Toss with your hands and arrange them on a single layer without overlapping. Tip: don’t overcrowd the baking sheet. 8 cups of broccoli florets (just over 1 pound) are the correct quantity for a standard oven baking sheet. Bake at 400°F or 200°C for 20 to 25 minutes until the florets are tender-crisp. In the meantime, you can make the dressing. Transfer onto a serving platter and drizzle with the dressing.
Lemon-garlic dressing
Add olive oil, lemon juice, grated garlic, salt, and red pepper flakes to a small jar. Optionally, you can add grated lemon zest. Close and shake well to combine. Alternatively, you can whisk the ingredients in a small bowl.
Roasted broccoli and cauliflower
Mix up the recipe by adding cauliflower florets. You can do half-half (4 cups of broccoli and 4 cups of cauliflower). They roast at about the same time and taste superb together. Optionally, sprinkle them with toasted shaved almonds to add crunch and a delicious nutty taste.
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We don’t recommend freezing roasted broccoli, they’ll get soft and mushy once you thaw them.
More roasted vegetable recipes
If you liked this roasted broccoli recipe, take a peek at our other roasted veggie favorites:
Roasted Brussels sprouts: served with a mustard dressing, a perfect side dish for fall and winter.Roasted cauliflower roasted to perfection; a recipe that pairs with pasta and salads.Roasted artichokes: crunchy and fresh and pair perfectly with a serving of vegan mayo.Roasted asparagus: tender-crisp and tasty.Roasted bell peppers: packed with vitamins and Italian herbs, a perfect vegetable side dish.Roasted potatoes: crunchy and dip-worthy! Serve with chipotle sauce or this 5-min romesco sauce.Roasted butternut squash wedges: a simple recipe perfect for fall, this pumpkin is a vibrant side with fresh herbs or homemade basil pesto.Roasted sweet potatoes and sweet potato wedges.
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Roasted Butternut Squash
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Broccoli pasta: creamy and ready in 15 minutes.Broccoli soup: a one-pot and tasty, creamy, and easy recipeOrecchiette with broccoli rabe sauce: a simple sauce served with homemade orecchiette.Roasted cauliflower and broccoli are a great way to mix roasted veggies for the holidays and winter!
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Roasted Broccoli
When it comes to roasted vegetables, this roasted broccoli is right at the top of my list. It takes minimal effort to make, goes with anything, and is easy to jazz up with garlic, and Parmesan, or a side of cheese sauce! There are tons of main dishes that pair perfectly with this, (more on that below), but first let’s get into how to make the BEST Roasted Broccoli.
What Temperature to Roast Broccoli
425° F is a great temperature for roasting broccoli. It takes just 15-20 minutes, results vary based on what kind of baking sheet you use. I recommend using a dark baking sheet as it will attract more heat and thus roast broccoli more quickly.
Storage
Store in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
Reheating
Place leftovers on a baking sheet and reheat in a 400° oven until just heated through, about 5 minutes. This allows you to obtain the same crisp consistency as when they were first baked.
What To Serve With Roasted Broccoli
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Dark Baking Sheet– This is perfect for this recipe. I prefer it over a light baking sheet. Lemon Zester– adding lemon zest to roasted broccoli is a great way to add some flair and fresh flavor. Cheese Grater– If adding Parmesan cheese, grate it from a block for best flavor. Garlic Peeler– Makes it easy to peel garlic if adding whole cloves.
