Description
This roasted broccoli recipe enhances the vegetable’s natural sweetness and adds a delightful crunch, making it a perfect snack or a versatile side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 head of broccoli, cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- Lemon juice (optional)
- Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Wash and dry the broccoli.
- Cut the broccoli into bite-sized pieces.
- In a mixing bowl, drizzle olive oil over the broccoli and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Toss until coated.
- Spread the broccoli evenly on a baking sheet.
- Roast for about 20 minutes, stirring halfway through.
- Remove from oven and optionally squeeze lemon juice or sprinkle with parmesan cheese before serving.
Notes
For a flavorful twist, try adding garlic powder, onion powder, or herbs. Mix with other vegetables like carrots or bell peppers for variety.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: broccoli, roasted vegetables, healthy side dish, vegan recipe