Roasted Broccoli is a crispy, tender, and easy-to-make healthy side dish. It is usually made with fresh broccoli, olive oil, garlic, pepper, chili flakes, and lemon juice. The recipe I have shared here explains how to make the roasted Broccoli in the oven with easy step-by-step instructions for you to try at home.
I have also shared a detailed video of this recipe to make the cooking process clear and simple. This Oven Roasted Broccoli is one of the best side dishes to enjoy with white rice, brown rice, salmon, chicken, or other main course meals for lunch and dinner.
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What is Roasted Broccoli?
Roasted Broccoli is a crispy, tender, and versatile vegan side dish made with simple ingredients. It is usually made with olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, chili flakes, pepper powder, and salt. The broccoli is typically tossed in the flavorful seasoning and roasted in high heat until it turns crispy.
I have roasted the Broccoli in the oven but you can also follow the recipe in the pan which gives a similar result. This is one of the easy-to-make dishes that come with the best taste and flavor. And all you need is under 30 minutes to make this healthy one-pan dish.
Ingredients
The ingredients you will need to prepare this Roasted Broccoli are mostly basic kitchen staples. And they should be easily available in most grocery stores around. So let's check what are those ingredients.
- Broccoli - I have used fresh broccoli here nut you can also use frozen ones to make this dish. But make sure to bring it to room temperature before roasting them
- Garlic - Gives nice garlicky flavor to your broccoli and helps in good digestion too
- Olive Oil - This gives a good flavor and taste to your broccoli
- Chili Flakes and Pepper Powder - I have used both chili flakes and pepper to give a good heat but feel free recuce or skip chili flakes if you feel it is too hot for you
- Lemon Juice - Gives a nice zesty flavor to the veggie
- Salt - Add according to your taste preference
How to make Roasted Broccoli?
The recipe I have shared here is Oven Roasted Broccoli with garlic and lemon. I have used olive oil here for the fat but you can also use butter or Garlic Butter Sauce to toss the veggie instead. Both the fats have their unique flavor and taste, so feel free to use your favorites.
Following are the high-level instructions to make this dish but for detailed step-by-step instructions with photo and video, please check out the recipe card below.
- Season the Broccoli - Add the washed and medium size cut broccoli into a bowl. Add the olive oil, chicli flakes, pepper powder, lemon juice, salt
- Toss - Toss the broccoli until the seaoning coats well on the veggie
- Transfer to Baking Sheet - Oil grease the baking sheet and transfer the broccoli into it
- Bake - Bake the the broccoli in preheated oven at 400 degrees Farenheit for about 0 to 5 minutes
- Remove and Serve - Remove the veggie from the oven and now the crispy Roasted Broccoli is ready for you to taste and enjoy
Calories
This Roasted Broccoli shared here contains 114 calories per serving and it is an estimation by the nutrition calculator. The calorie count may change if you change or add any extra ingredients. You could also find the detailed nutrition information in the recipe card below.
Tips
- Flavor and Taste - Garlic and Olive oil used in the recipe gives a nice flavor to your dish
- Spice - I have used chili flakes and pepper powder for the heat but feel free to adjust the heat according to your preferences
- Variations - You can also add pot
- Temperature - I have roasted the broccoli at 400 degrees Fahrenheit but the temperature settings can range from 370 to 420 degrees Fahrenheit
- Baking Time - Broccoli usually cooks approxiamtely from 10 to 15 minutes which delivers a crispy yet tender veggies
- Serving - This Roasted Broccoli tatses great with white, brown or similar rice of your choice. it also tastes best with Garlic Butter Chicken, Oven-Baked Salmon, Grilled Salmon, or similar other seafood, or chicken dishes
Storage Suggestions
You could store this broccoli for up to a day in the refrigerator in an air-tight container. make sure to roast it in preheated oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for about 5 to 7 minutes. This will help to deliver similar crispiness and tenderness to the veggie.
Serving Suggestions
You could serve this Broccoli as a perfect side for your main course meal and it tastes great with white rice, brown rice, or other rice varieties. You could also serve it with Roasted Chicken, Garlic Butter Chicken, Oven-Baked Salmon, Air Fryer Salmon or, Grilled Salmon for a wholesome meal.
Related Recipes
You could also find similar recipes below and more at Roasted & Baked Recipes.
- Oven Roasted Asparagus
- Roasted Cauliflower
- Roasted Green Beans
- Roasted Zucchini
- Roasted Carrots
- Oven Roasted Vegetables
- Roasted Chickpeas
- Oven Roasted Potatoes
- Baked Potatoes
- Baked Tofu
- Sauteed Spinach
Roasted Broccoli Recipe video
I have also shared a detailed video of this Roasted Broccoli below that I hope will help you to make the best crispy veggie side dish at home. And you could also find this recipe in story format.
📖 Recipe
Roasted Broccoli
Ingredients
- 1 ½ lb Broccoli
- 2 tbsp Olive Oil
- 1 tbsp Garlic, minced
- 1 tsp Chili Flakes, optional
- 1 tsp Pepper Powder
- Salt, as needed
- 1 tbsp Lemon Juice
Instructions
To make Roasted Broccoli
- Cut the broccoli into medium size florets and wash thoroughly with water. Add the broccoli, olive oil, garlic, chili flakes, pepper powder, lemon juice, and salt
- Toss nicely until the seasonings coat well on the broccoli florets
- Transfer the broccoli florets to a non-stick or oil greased baking tray. Make sure to spread the broccoli's evenly without overcrowding them
- Now in a preheated oven with 400 degrees Fahrenheit, bake the broccoli for about 10 to 15 minutes or until the broccoli turns crispy and slightly golden
- Remove the Roasted Broccoli from the oven and it is now ready for you to taste and enjoy
To Serve
- Serve this healthy and delicious Roasted Broccoli with white, brown rice, or with your favorite main course meals
Video
Notes
- Flavor and Taste - Garlic and Olive oil used in the recipe gives a nice flavor to your dish
- Spice - I have used chili flakes and pepper powder for the heat but feel free to adjust the heat according to your preferences
- Temperature - I have roasted the broccoli at 400 degrees Fahrenheit but the temperature settings can range from 370 to 420 degrees Fahrenheit
- Baking Time - Broccoli usually cooks approximately from 10 to 15 minutes which delivers crispy yet tender veggies
- Serving - This Roasted Broccoli tastes great with white, brown, or similar rice of your choice. it also tastes best with Oven Baked Salmon, Grilled Salmon, or similar other Seafood or Chicken dishes
Nutrition
FAQ
Roasted Broccoli is an easy-to-make, crispy, and healthy veggie side dish packed with flavors of lemon and garlic. The broccoli is tossed in a special garlicky lemon-flavored seasoning and usually baked in high heat. This dish is a perfect side dish to serve with rice or other similar main course meals.
Broccoli usually cooks approximately from 10 to 15 minutes on high heat. I have roasted the veggie for 10 minutes at 400 degrees Fahrenheit which gave a perfect golden brown crispy florets.
Yes, you can use frozen broccoli to make this dish but make sure to bring it to room temperature before roasting them in the oven.
This Roasted Broccoli shared here contains 114 calories per serving and it is an estimation calculated by the nutrition calculator. The calorie count may change if any of the ingredients are altered or extra add-ins are added. You could also find the detailed nutrition information in the recipe card above.
Yes, you can add grated Parmesan before serving and you could enjoy it with your favorite meals.
I hope you enjoyed the recipe that I have shared here and I would love to hear from you on how it turned out for you. Please let me know.
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Happy Cooking!
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