This post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure policy.
A healthy and flavorful Roasted Broccoli recipe made with just a handful of simple, kitchen staple ingredients. Pair with your favorite main, and dinner is served!
I love a good simple veggie side dish, so today I am sharing this delicious, healthy and flavorful roasted broccoli! Made with just a handful of simple ingredients, this classic side dish can accompany any main of your choosing!
Fresh broccoli florets are tossed with olive oil, fresh lemon juice, garlic powder, paprika, salt and pepper, then roasted to perfection. It doesn’t get much easier than that, I always say simple recipes are the best!
Why Make This Roasted Broccoli
- Healthy & Delicious
- Simple Ingredient List
- Easy To Make
- Perfect Side For Any Dinner
Let’s Brocc about it! I know there are some people out there that detest broccoli, but when you enhance the fresh crunch with a little bit of flavor, let me tell you – it’s magic. Plus, as most vegetables do, broccoli contains a ton of health benefits! It is a good source of fibre and protein, contains iron, potassium, calcium, selenium and magnesium as well as the vitamins A, C, E, K and an array of B vitamins! Talk about a nutrient powerhouse!
Ingredient Notes
- Broccoli – Fresh broccoli, cut into florets! Broccoli is an awesome source of vitamins and minerals, which is why we are keeping it simple with this recipe!
- Olive Oil – Substitute sunflower, safflower or avocado oil
- Lemon Juice – I always prefer freshly squeezed, but store bought will work as well.
- Seasoning – Garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt and pepper.
How To Make Roasted Broccoli
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 425°F.
- Toss: Toss the broccoli in a large bowl with the olive oil and lemon juice. Add the garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Toss well to coat the broccoli.
- Roast: Spread the florets out on a baking sheet. Roast for 15-20 minutes or until crisped.
FAQs & Expert Tips
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I Use Frozen Broccoli?
Simple put, yes you can roast frozen broccoli – BUT it’s not going to turn out exactly the same. If you’re in a time crunch or you just really don’t feel like washing and drying your vegetables, you can opt for frozen. It will get a little crispy, but keep in mind, since the water content is higher, it will steam in the oven, making it not as crisp as we’d like!
Is My Broccoli Burnt?
If you’ve never cooked broccoli this way, you may think it looks burnt upon first glance out of the oven, but once you taste it, you’ll know those “burnt” parts are the best tasting parts!
What Can I Add To My Broccoli?
If you want to add a couple extra little bits of flavor into your broccoli, try Parmesan Cheese, Bacon, Sausage, Red Pepper Flakes, Roasted Pecans, Cheddar Cheese or Garlic cloves.
What To Serve With Your Broccoli
This classic side dish is perfect alongside many savory mains, whether it be Chicken Breast, Baked Salmon, Pork Tenderloin or Steak – this broccoli will pair beautifully with almost any dish you choose.
Tips
- DRY your broccoli! The more dry it is, the crispier it will be.
- I wanted to keep this recipe super simple and healthy, which is the ONLY reason I did not add bacon. If you know me, you know I LOVE bacon so feel free to crisp some up over top the broccoli!
- Cut the broccoli into small pieces. The more even they are in size, the better.
Leftovers
Store leftovers in an airtight container in your fridge, your roasted broccoli will stay fresh for up to 1 week! Now you have a healthy vegetable prepped for dinner throughout the week!
Freezing
I don’t recommend freezing your roasted broccoli. It will retain moisture in the freezer over time and will result in compromising the flavor and texture.
More Related Recipes
Roasted Broccoli
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 large head of broccoli cut into florets
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt or to taste
- ½ teaspoon pepper or to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat the oven to 425°F.
- Toss: Toss the broccoli in a large bowl with the olive oil and lemon juice. Add the garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Toss well to coat the broccoli.
- Roast: Spread the florets out on a baking sheet. Roast for 15-20 minutes or until crisped.
Tips & Notes:
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in your fridge, your roasted broccoli will stay fresh for up to 1 week!
- I don’t recommend freezing your roasted broccoli. It will retain moisture in the freezer over time and will result in compromising the flavor and texture.
