Oven-Roasted Garlic Parmesan Broccoli

Ingredients

- 1 large head of broccoli, cut into florets
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for a hint of spice)

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).

2. Prepare Broccoli Florets
Rinse the broccoli thoroughly under cold water. Cut it into bite-sized florets, ensuring that they are uniformly sized to ensure even cooking.

3. Make the Olive Oil Mixture
In a large mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and freshly ground black pepper. If you prefer a hint of spice, add the red pepper flakes.

4. Coat the Broccoli
Add the broccoli florets to the bowl and toss them until they are evenly coated with the olive oil mixture. Use your hands or tongs for even distribution.

5. Arrange on Baking Sheet
Spread the coated broccoli florets evenly in a single layer on a large baking sheet. This will allow them to roast evenly and develop a nice crisp texture.

6. Roast in the Oven
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast for 20 minutes. After the first 10 minutes, remove the tray and toss the broccoli to ensure even roasting. Return to the oven for the remaining time.

7. Add Parmesan and Lemon
After 20 minutes, remove the baking sheet from the oven and immediately sprinkle the broccoli with the grated Parmesan cheese. Squeeze lemon juice over the broccoli to add a fresh, tangy flavor.

8. Final Roast
Return the baking sheet to the oven for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the Parmesan to melt and lightly brown.

9. Serve Hot
Once completed, remove the broccoli from the oven, let it cool slightly, and serve hot. Enjoy this side dish as part of a delicious dinner.

Preparation & Cooking Times

- Preparation Time:
PT15M
15 minutes

- Cooking Time:
PT25M
25 minutes

Total Time

- PT40M
40 minutes

Type of Dish

- Dinner

Keywords

- Roasted broccoli
- Garlic Parmesan
- Oven-baked
- Vegetable side dish
- Healthy dinner
- Easy recipes
- Broccoli recipes
- Italian-inspired
- Vegetarian
- Quick dinner

Recipe Yield

- Feeds 4 adults

Calories

- Total: 300 calories

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