Description
Crispy, golden, and loaded with umami, this Parmesan Roasted Broccoli transforms a humble vegetable into an irresistible side dish with minimal ingredients and effort. Perfect for weeknight dinners or healthy meals.
Ingredients
1 large head of broccoli, cut into florets
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 teaspoon sea salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Optional: zest of 1 lemon
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper or foil.
- In a large bowl, toss the broccoli florets with olive oil, salt, pepper, and garlic powder until well coated.
- Spread the broccoli in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- Roast in the oven for 18–22 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the edges are browned and crisp.
- Remove from oven, sprinkle grated Parmesan over the hot broccoli, and return to oven for another 2–3 minutes until cheese melts and begins to crisp.
- Optionally, sprinkle with lemon zest just before serving for added brightness.
Notes
Make sure broccoli florets are dry before roasting to ensure crispiness.
Freshly grated Parmesan offers the best flavor and texture.
Variations include adding red pepper flakes, swapping with Pecorino Romano, or drizzling balsamic glaze.
For a vegan version, use nutritional yeast instead of Parmesan.
Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheat in the oven at 375°F (190°C) for 5–7 minutes.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 110 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 220 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg
