Garlicky Roasted Broccoli
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Roasted broccoli finished with grated Parmigiano-Reggiano and a squeeze of fresh lemon.
Roasting vegetables in a high-heat oven deepens their flavor, making them not only healthy but also a treat. Broccoli is one of the best vegetables for roasting—the florets get soft and caramelized while the stems remain tender-crisp. You can roast broccoli with just olive oil, salt and pepper, but the addition of garlic, Parmigiano-Reggiano, and a squeeze of lemon takes it up a notch. Serve garlicky roasted broccoli with parmesan crusted chicken or pan-seared salmon for dinner. Bonus: leftovers are delicious cold eaten straight from the fridge.
What You’ll Need To Make Garlicky Roasted Broccoli
Step-by-Step Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the olive oil, garlic, salt, pepper and sugar and mix well.
Add the broccoli and toss to coat evenly.
Transfer the broccoli to the prepared baking sheet.
Roast for 10 minutes, until the broccoli is crisp-tender and lightly browned in spots.
Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of the grated Parmigiano-Reggiano over the broccoli and toss to coat evenly.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Transfer to a serving dish and gently squeeze 1 to 2 teaspoons of lemon over the broccoli. Sprinkle with the remaining cheese and serve.
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Garlicky Roasted Broccoli
Roasted broccoli finished with grated Parmigiano-Reggiano and a squeeze of fresh lemon.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds broccoli crowns (be sure they are dry)
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- ¾ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- ¾ teaspoon sugar
- 3 tablespoons freshly grated Parmigiano-Reggiano
- Lemon wedge (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 450°F and set an oven rack in the middle position. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil.
- Cut the broccoli into 2-inch florets, leaving one to two inches of stems attached. Discard the remaining thick stalks. In a large bowl, combine the olive oil, garlic, salt, pepper and sugar and mix well. Add the broccoli and toss to coat evenly. Transfer the broccoli to the prepared baking sheet.
- Roast for 10 minutes, until the broccoli is crisp-tender and lightly browned in spots. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of the grated Parmigiano-Reggiano over the broccoli. Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Transfer to a serving dish and gently squeeze 1 to 2 teaspoons of lemon over top. Sprinkle with the remaining cheese and serve.
Nutrition Information
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- Per serving (4 servings)
- Calories: 200
- Fat: 13 g
- Saturated fat: 3 g
- Carbohydrates: 17 g
- Sugar: 5 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Sodium: 524 mg
- Cholesterol: 5 mg
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Gluten-Free Adaptable Note
To the best of my knowledge, all of the ingredients used in this recipe are gluten-free or widely available in gluten-free versions. There is hidden gluten in many foods; if you're following a gluten-free diet or cooking for someone with gluten allergies, always read the labels of your ingredients to verify that they are gluten-free.
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I love all of your recipes! One question – if we can’t find the right cheese, what would you suggest as a substitute?
Hi Nicole, Pecorino-Romano or Grana Padano would work.(And so glad you like the recipes!) 🙂
Just made this delicious roasted broccoli, I had never roasted ut before but from now on this is my way to have it. I agree the little bit of sugar adds much to it — Absolutely wonderful! Thanks for a great recipe
YUMMY! I followed the recipe exactly and it was spectacular. Another elegant high-end recipe from Jenn!
This recipe is now a family favorite!
I have this recipe memorized because it’s my go-to broccoli recipe. It’s a perfect healthy side dish to many dinners. I roast it for exactly 10 minutes and it comes out perfect every time.
I always liked broccoli, but this recipe is amazing! I made it this week and just bought some more broccoli since I cannot wait to make it again 🙂
The stems were not done when the florets were finished. Next time I will cook the brocolli in the microwave for about two minutes before adding the oil mixture and cooking in the oven.
This broccoli recipe is the BEST! My three-year-olds always ask for “More broccoli, please!” when we make it – you know it’s gotta be good if it gets preschoolers to ask for seconds!
This is my go to recipe is perfect. My family loves it, but we cook the broccoli just a few minutes more. It’s great for more than just broccoli. I use any veggies I have on hand. I get a huge bowl, start with oil, garlic, salt and pepper, then I start dumping veggies in. I’ve found that squash, bell pepper, mushrooms, zucchini, tomato, carrots and onion are a good combination. However, since they are so watery, I split them into 2 pans, place one on the lower rack of the oven and one under the broiler. I start with 10 minutes, then toss the ones next to the broiler and broil 5 more minutes. Next, I switch pans and repeat. This way they are more crisp as the bottom pan continues to dry out while the upper pan cooks. To finish, I cut the heat off, pull the bottom pan out, put the top pan on the lower rack to finish about 5-10 minutes more.
This has become THE holiday green vegetable in my family. The kids are the ones that ask for it! It is also on a regular rotation throughout the year. I grew up having steamed broccoli. My mother never prepared it any other way and it wasn’t until I tried Jenn’s recipe that I realized how wonderful broccoli could be. The recipe is perfect as it is. ENJOY!
Thank you, Jenn!