Lemon-Garlic Roasted Broccoli
Easy lemon-garlic roasted broccoli with Parmesan takes just 30 minutes. Perfect tender-crisp broccoli with garlic and lemon flavors makes a healthy side dish.
Equipment
- oven
- baking sheet
- mixing bowl
- whisk
- tongs
- measuring spoons
- knife
- cutting board
Ingredients
Lemon-Garlic Roasted Broccoli
- 1 head broccoli about 1 1/2 pounds, cut into florets
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a large, rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, minced garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper, whisking until the ingredients are fully incorporated.
- Add the broccoli florets to the bowl and use tongs to toss them thoroughly, ensuring each piece is evenly coated with the lemon-garlic oil mixture.
- Spread the broccoli in a single, even layer on the prepared baking sheet, making sure the florets are not crowded so they roast instead of steam.
- Roast for 18 to 22 minutes, or until the broccoli is tender-crisp and the edges of the florets are deeply browned and slightly crispy.
- Remove the baking sheet from the oven and immediately sprinkle the roasted broccoli with the grated Parmesan cheese before serving.
Notes
Make sure the florets are in a single layer and not crowded so they roast instead of steam.