Roasted Broccoli is a quick and easy way to elevate an everyday veggie!
Oven-roasted broccoli is tender and crispy with great flavor (and a hint of parmesan cheese). Best of all, it’s on the table in minutes; simply toss it and bake it.
Oven Roasted Broccoli
- Make this fast and easy oven roasted broccoli recipe in less than 20 minutes and a one-pan clean-up!
- Kids won’t even know roasted broccoli is a superfood that’s loaded with nutrients and fiber! Serve it with their favorite dip!
- Prep ahead of time and pop it in the oven just before dinner!
- Prep in advance and pop in the oven. Simple prep. Simple ingredients. BIG flavor.
- Leftovers are great added to salads or soup recipes!
Ingredients and Variations
BROCCOLI: Roasted broccoli is best with fresh broccoli as it will caramelize better adding an extra layer of flavor. If you’re short on time, a bag of pre-washed and cut broccoli makes this recipe quick.
OIL: Olive oil is light and is the perfect oil for roasting all kinds of veggies and seasonings. Leftover bacon grease can be melted and used in place of the oil for a unique new flavor!
SEASONING: Sea salt, fresh black pepper, and parmesan cheese bring out a savory flavor to roasted broccoli. However add in a few minced garlic cloves, a squeeze of lemon juice, a splash of balsamic vinegar (or balsamic glaze), or your own favorite seasonings!
How to Make Roasted Broccoli
A simple side dish that tastes a bit fancy, that’s what roasted vegetables are all about!
- Prep broccoli pieces into equal, bite-sized pieces and lay them on a baking sheet.
- Drizzle with oil, salt, & pepper (save dishes and skip the bowl, toss it right on the baking pan!).
- Roast until they are tender-crisp.
- Sprinkle with parmesan cheese, if desired.
PRO TIP: For a super crunchy coating, mix breadcrumbs with parmesan cheese. Squeeze with a little fresh lemon before serving.
Tips for the Best Roasted Broccoli
- Cut broccoli into equal pieces so they cook at the same rate. If the florets have a “flat side” place the flat side down, it caramelizes nicely that way.
- Don’t toss the stems, peel them with a veggie peeler and slice 1/2″ thick, add to the florets, and roast.
- If the broccoli is wet (from washing) it will steam instead of roasting. Make sure it’s very dry before roasting (I even wash it the day before or when I bring groceries home if I know I’ll be roasting it).
- If using pre-washed and cut broccoli, add the oil and seasonings right to the bag and shake it up! Less mess and less work.
- For easy clean-up, line the sheet pan with parchment paper.
- Few things go with broccoli better than cheese! We add a sprinkle of parmesan (but any finely shredded cheese will work) and broil it for about 1 minute before serving.
Store leftover roasted broccoli in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
More Roasted Veggies
- Roasted Tomatoes – my favorite!
- Easy Roasted Beets – colorful and healthy
- Roasted Carrots – tender and delicious
- Easy Oven Roasted Potatoes – so easy
- Favorite Roasted Cauliflower – a low carb option
Did you make this Oven Roasted Broccoli? Be sure to leave a rating and a comment below!
Oven Roasted Broccoli
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 head broccoli about 4 cups
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- salt and pepper to taste
- parmesan cheese shredded, optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F.
- Chop broccoli into bite sized florets.
- Place broccoli florets on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, salt, and pepper, and massage the oil into the broccoli so it coats the florets completely.
- Bake for 10-15 minutes or until broccoli is tender crisp. (Larger florets will need closer to 15 minutes, smaller will need about 10 minutes).
- Sprinkle with parmesan cheese and broil for 1 minute if desired.
Notes
- Cut broccoli into equal pieces so they cook at the same rate. If the florets have a "flat side" place the flat side down, it caramelizes nicely that way.
- Don't toss the stems, peel them with a veggie peeler and slice 1/2" thick, add to the florets, and roast.
- If the broccoli is wet (from washing) it will steam instead of roasting. Make sure it's very dry before roasting (I even wash it the day before or when I bring groceries home if I know I'll be roasting it).
- If using pre-washed and cut broccoli, add the oil and seasonings right to the bag and shake it up! Less mess and less work.
- Frozen broccoli can be used but won't caramelize as well. Increase the heat to 450°F. Spray with cooking spray and cook from frozen.
- For easy clean-up, line the sheet pan with parchment paper, but do not take your eye off the pan when broiling.
Nutrition Information
Nutrition information provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used.
Course Side Dish
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great recipe,my family just loved it and ask for all the time.
I am so happy to hear this recipe is a hit Jim!
I am retired Husband with a wife that still works. I now do almost all of the cooking/grocery shopping with no past experience. I go online to get recipes. I did your glazed ham steaks tonight, which were great, which led me to this side. I typically follow the exact recipe the 1st time. You said to put down parchment paper. I did. When I moved the tray to the broiler the parchment paper started on fire. Thankfully, I have destroyed a couple of other meals in the supper-hot broiler so now monitor it religiously and no harm was done….in fact the broccoli was still edible even with a fire on the edges. Might want to add that that note for us neophytes. You have great reviews and I have bookmarked your website. Easy stuffed zucchini boats are on the menu for this weekend.
I’m so glad to hear you’re enjoying the recipes! Thank you for your note. The broccoli is broiled for only one minute and we’ve not experienced that, but added a note to keep your eye on the broiler! Loving the zucchini boats, and hope you do too Wayne!
Great recipe! Broccoli is delicious cooked this way. I used an Olive Oil Spray from Aldi and it worked just great! Thank you! I roast vegetables all the time and never thought to roast Broccoli.
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Thanks, Martha! So happy you are enjoying them.
I love Any kind of vegetables and these look delicious
I love doing this! Sometimes I use brown sugar and olive oil instead of salt or anything. The sugar carmelizes and goes crispy, too!
Brown sugar sounds delicious Melody! I have to try that!
Thanks for good recipes