Roasted Broccoli Garlic Parmesan (Printable Version)

Crisp-tender broccoli florets enhanced by garlic and Parmesan for a delicious side dish.

# Ingredient List:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 pound fresh broccoli florets

→ Seasonings & Oils

02 - 3 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 3 garlic cloves, minced
04 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
05 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Cheese

06 - 1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

→ Garnish (optional)

07 - Zest of 1 lemon
08 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

# Directions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, combine broccoli florets with olive oil, minced garlic, sea salt, and black pepper, tossing until evenly coated.
03 - Spread broccoli in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, avoiding crowding.
04 - Roast for 18 to 20 minutes, turning once halfway through, until edges are crisp and florets are tender.
05 - Remove from oven and immediately sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, tossing gently to coat evenly.
06 - Transfer to a serving dish, garnish with lemon zest and parsley if desired, and serve hot.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The high heat transforms ordinary broccoli into something with crispy, golden edges and a tender center that actually tastes exciting.
  • It takes less than half an hour from start to finish, and most of that time the oven does the work while you do something else.
  • The garlic and Parmesan create this savory, almost addictive flavor that makes everyone at the table reach for seconds.
02 -
  • Don't skip the parchment paper, I've scrubbed too many baking sheets trying to get burnt garlic off the bottom.
  • If your broccoli seems wet after washing, pat it completely dry with a towel or the moisture will steam it instead of crisping it up.
  • Add the Parmesan only after roasting, if you put it on before it goes in the oven it will burn and turn bitter.
03 -
  • If your oven runs cool, bump the temperature to 450°F so you still get those crispy, golden edges.
  • Use a box grater or microplane for the Parmesan, the finer the shred, the better it melts and coats the hot broccoli.
  • Roast the broccoli on the top rack of your oven for even more caramelization on the edges.

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