Lemon Garlic Roasted Broccoli (Printer View)

Crisp-tender broccoli roasted with garlic and lemon for a vibrant, flavorful side.

# What you'll need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 lb fresh broccoli florets

→ Aromatics

02 - 3 cloves garlic, minced

→ Oils & Seasonings

03 - 3 tbsp olive oil
04 - 1/2 tsp kosher salt
05 - 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper

→ Finishing

06 - 1 lemon, zested and juiced
07 - Optional: 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese

# Method:

01 - Set the oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, toss broccoli florets with olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until fully coated.
03 - Spread the broccoli evenly in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
04 - Roast for 18 to 20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until tender and edges are lightly browned.
05 - Remove from oven, immediately drizzle with lemon juice, sprinkle with lemon zest, and toss gently to combine.
06 - Optionally, sprinkle with Parmesan cheese before serving. Serve warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The garlic gets sweet and caramelized while the broccoli edges turn almost crispy.
  • It takes less time than boiling pasta and tastes like you actually tried.
  • The lemon brightens everything without covering up the natural vegetable flavor.
  • You can double or triple the recipe without any extra effort.
02 -
  • Don't skip the flip halfway through, or one side will burn while the other stays pale and soft.
  • Add the lemon after roasting, not before, because the acid can make the broccoli soggy and dull in color.
  • If your florets are different sizes, the smaller ones will crisp faster, so keep an eye on them toward the end.
03 -
  • Use a microplane to zest the lemon directly over the hot broccoli so the oils release right onto the florets.
  • If you like extra garlic flavor, mince a fresh clove and toss it with the lemon juice at the end for a sharper bite.
  • For a deeper umami kick, finish with a drizzle of balsamic glaze or a sprinkle of nutritional yeast instead of Parmesan.
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