Simple Garlic Parmesan Broccoli (Printable)

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

# What You Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1.5 lbs fresh broccoli florets
02 - 2 tbsp olive oil

→ Seasonings

03 - 3 cloves garlic, finely minced
04 - 0.5 tsp sea salt
05 - 0.25 tsp freshly ground black pepper

→ Toppings

06 - 0.33 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
07 - Zest of 0.5 lemon (optional)
08 - 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

# How-To:

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

# Insider Tips:

01 -
  • It turns plain broccoli into something people actually fight over at the table.
  • You only need one bowl and one pan, so cleanup takes about three minutes.
  • The crispy edges and garlic aroma make it taste like you tried much harder than you did.
02 -
  • If your garlic burns, it turns bitter, so keep the pieces small and check the pan halfway through.
  • Don't skip the parchment paper, it prevents sticking and makes cleanup almost effortless.
  • Add the Parmesan right when the broccoli comes out of the oven, not before, or it will turn rubbery.
03 -
  • Cut the florets so the stems are about the same thickness, they'll cook at the same rate and nothing gets mushy.
  • Toss the broccoli halfway through roasting so every side gets a chance to crisp up.
  • Taste a piece before you serve it, sometimes it needs an extra pinch of salt or a squeeze of lemon to make it sing.
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