Description
This Oven Roasted Broccoli recipe is a simple and delicious way to enjoy this nutritious vegetable. The broccoli is seasoned with garlic, lemon, and Parmesan cheese, then roasted to perfection until tender and slightly crispy.
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 2 heads of broccoli, cut into florets
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 lemon, zested and juiced
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Toss the broccoli: In a large bowl, toss the broccoli florets with garlic, olive oil, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes until well coated.
- Roast the broccoli: Spread the broccoli in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Roast in the oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the broccoli is tender and slightly charred.
- Finish with lemon and Parmesan: Remove the roasted broccoli from the oven and sprinkle with lemon zest, lemon juice, and Parmesan cheese. Toss to combine and serve hot.
Notes
Notes:
- This recipe is easily customizable with additional spices or toppings like toasted nuts or breadcrumbs.
- Make sure not to overcrowd the baking sheet to ensure the broccoli roasts evenly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
