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Roasted until golden and crisp, this Parmesan broccoli is packed with savory flavor, cheesy edges, and a bright burst of lemon and seasonings.
Holly’s Recipe Highlights
- Flavor: Savory and caramelized with crisp edges, balanced by fresh lemon and a cheesy Parmesan finish.
- Skill Level: Roasted broccoli is so easy! It comes together quickly and is perfect for any beginner cook.
- Time-Saving Tip: Use prewashed and precut broccoli and toss it well ahead of time, then roast just before serving.
Ingredient Tips for Parmesan Broccoli
- Broccoli: Use fresh, full heads of broccoli (or cauliflower!) for the best texture. Cut them into even sizes for even roasting.
- Oil: Just a little good-quality olive oil brings this recipe together and helps the ingredients stick to the veggies.
- Seasoning: A touch of lemon zest combined with minced garlic, salt, & pepper makes roasted broccoli super savory and crunchy.
- Coating: For an even crispier crunch, add some Panko breadcrumbs to freshly grated Parmesan cheese.
Get Creative!
- A splash of balsamic vinegar added to the bowl of olive oil, zest, and garlic will add a tangy, sweet, and smoky flavor.
- Add bacon bits and/or crushed walnuts to the Parmesan cheese, and after they are coated, pop them under the broiler.
- Smash the broccoli after roasting, and pop it under the broiler for an extra minute or two for an extra crispy snack.
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Parmesan Roasted Broccoli
Fresh broccoli is tossed in a lemon-garlic seasoning and roasted with Parmesan until crispy and flavorful.
Ingredients
- 1 pound broccoli florets washed and well drained
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 clove garlic fresh, minced
- ½ teaspoon lemon zest optional
- salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 ounce parmesan cheese fresh, grated
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 450°F.
- Zest lemon. Toss broccoli with olive oil, garlic, lemon zest if using, and salt & pepper, ensuring all pieces are well-coated.
- Line a pan with foil and spray with cooking spray. Spread broccoli evenly over pan and roast about 10 minutes or just until tender-crisp.
- Remove from oven, place in a bowl and immediately toss with parmesan cheese. Serve hot.
Notes
- Dry florets carefully to ensure the oil, garlic, and seasoning coat evenly.
- Cut the florets to similar sizes for even roasting.
- Use high heat for the best color and flavor.
- Save leftover lemon for another dish, or zest the whole lemon and freeze it to use for a quick burst of citrus in dressings or sauces.
Nutrition Information
Calories: 160 | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 5mg | Sodium: 151mg | Potassium: 368mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 762IU | Vitamin C: 102mg | Calcium: 139mg | Iron: 1mg
Nutrition information provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used.
Course Appetizer, Side Dish
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What would I have to change to use frozen Broccoli florets. This sounds so good I want to try it!
Hi Gail, the moisture from the frozen broccoli may cause it to steam instead of roast but the flavors will still be delicious. You may need to increase the cook time slightly as well.
How could something so easy taste SOOO good!!?? This was amazing! I think the lemon took it over the top. It was definitely a winner with me and my family. Thanks for another great recipe!
I made this to go along with some grilled steaks we were serving up for company, and it was delicious! It’s so easy to make and doesn’t take long (especially if you’re lazy like me and buy the fresh broccoli florets already cut up in the package). I did increase the ingredients some. I used just a bit over a pound of broccoli, 4 cloves of garlic (pressed with a garlic press), 1 tsp lemon zest, and 4 ounces of grated Parmesan (because… cheese!). It came out perfectly cooked in 10 minutes. I will definitely have to make this again!
So happy you are enjoying this recipe, Christine! Thanks for sharing your adjustments with us.
Can broccolini be used?
That’d be delicious I’m sure! Just cook until it is as tender as you prefer.
I tried this for the first time about a month ago and have made it several times since. My family and I love it! It’s now my favorite way to eat broccoli. Delish!
Looks fantastic and so quick! Thanks for linking up with What’s Cookin’ Wednesday!
I love broccoli and this is a great recipe – Thanks for sharing with us at the #WWDParty!
We love roasted veggies, and your Lemon Parmesan Broccoli looks yummy! Thanks so much for sharing with Full Plate Thursday and have a great weekend!
Miz Helen
this looks so good. Thanks for the recipe. Thanks for linking up at Tell Me About It Tuesday. We hope you hop over and share with us again next week.
That looks delicious! I love broccoli and am always looking for new ways to cook it.
Best wishes,
Natasha in Oz