Description
A simple yet flavorful roasted broccoli dish enhanced with Parmesan cheese and a zesty lemon finish.
Ingredients
Scale
- Fresh broccoli crowns
- 2–3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/3 to 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 lemon (zest and juice)
- 2 cloves of garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- Optional: red pepper flakes, chopped parsley or basil, toasted breadcrumbs or nuts, browned butter
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Trim the broccoli stems and cut into evenly sized florets.
- Place florets on a large rimmed baking sheet in a single layer.
- Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with salt and pepper, toss well, add garlic and lemon zest, then toss again.
- Roast for 15–20 minutes, turning halfway through.
- Remove from oven, immediately grate Parmesan over the hot broccoli, and return to the oven for another 2–3 minutes.
- Finish with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice and sprinkle optional toppings before serving.
Notes
Avoid overcrowding the pan to prevent steaming. Drizzle lemon juice after roasting for maximum brightness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: broccoli, roasted vegetables, Parmesan, lemon, healthy side dish
