Description
Crispy, nutty roasted broccoli with golden edges, infused with garlic, chili flakes, and fresh lemon. A simple side dish that transforms broccoli into something deeply savory and irresistible.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large heads of broccoli, cut into florets (stems peeled and sliced)
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
- Juice of ½ lemon
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 220°C (425°F) and line baking sheets with parchment paper.
- Cut broccoli into evenly sized florets and peel and slice the stems.
- Spread broccoli evenly on the baking sheets in a single layer.
- Drizzle with olive oil, add garlic, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper, then toss to coat.
- Roast for 20–25 minutes, flipping once halfway through, until edges are crispy and deeply golden.
- Remove from the oven and immediately squeeze over fresh lemon juice.
- Finish with lemon zest and Parmesan cheese if using.
- Serve immediately while hot and crispy.
Notes
Let the edges of the broccoli char slightly for maximum flavor. Do not discard the stems — when peeled and roasted, they become tender and sweet.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Accompagnement
- Method: Au Four
- Cuisine: International
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 0mg