Deliciously caramelized broccoli with Parmesan and that roasted crispy texture made quick and easy? Yes, please! Learn all the tips to bake this epic side perfectly each time.
Roasted Broccoli with Parmesan
Roasting veggies in the oven brings out their natural flavor and sweetness, making them way tastier than steamed broccoli. The sprinkled Parmesan gives the roasted broccoli a lightly salty and cheesy flavor that kids love, which is one reason they also love my Veggie Mac and Cheese recipe.
Ingredients
When you add Parmesan cheese, lemon juice, garlic, salt, and pepper to plain broccoli, we get the most epic roasted broccoli ever. I use fresh broccoli florets, but if you have frozen broccoli, check out this recipe.
How to Roast Broccoli with Parmesan
- Prep and season.
Wash and trim the broccoli so the florets are similar in size for even cooking. Combine the oil, lemon juice, garlic, and seasonings in a bowl, then toss to coat the florets. - Bake to perfection.
Bake at 400F for 15 minutes or until the florets are tender and the edges golden brown. - Make it cheesy!
Remove the roasted broccoli from the oven, transfer it back into the large bowl, and toss it with the grated Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately.
Laura’s Tips and Tricks
Make sure the oven has reached 400F when you place the broccoli. Otherwise, this veggie won’t bake quickly and will turn out overcooked and dry.
You can roast broccoli without covering the baking pan with parchment paper, but you’ll probably regret it later. Parchment paper makes clean-up much easier! If you use glass or ceramic baking ware, grease the surface with enough cooking spray or oil, and you can skip the parchment paper.
We want tasty broccoli but also crunchy, so give it enough room. If the baking pan is too crowded, there will be steam, and you can say goodbye to crunchiness. If necessary, divide the broccoli into two baking pans.
Baking broccoli with other veggies or protein is totally allowed and solves the what should I make for dinner dilemma real quick. The secret is using the right temperature and cooking time to roast everything perfectly. In this post, you can learn how to bake broccoli with other ingredients at the same time.
Storing & Reheating Leftovers
Once cooled, leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. To reheat them, place them on a baking sheet and warm them up in the oven at 350 until heated through, or microwave for 1 or 2 minutes.
While the microwave is quicker and more convenient, the oven will better keep the crispy texture.
What To Serve with Parmesan Roasted Broccoli
My Creamy Garlic Chicken or this delicious Baked Lemon Herb Chicken Breast recipe go great with roasted broccoli. This Baked Cajun Salmon is another great recipe for an epic weeknight dinner.
Roasted Broccoli with Parmesan (Kid-Friendly)
Ingredients
- 1 ½ lbs fresh broccoli, 1-2 crowns, cut into florets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ lemon, juiced
- 2 garlic cloves, grated
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- ½ cup grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
Prep:
- Preheat the oven to 400F and line a baking pan with parchment paper.
- Wash and trim the broccoli so the florets are similar in size. Pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.
Season:
- In a large bowl, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, grated garlic, salt, and pepper. Add the broccoli florets and toss to coat the veggies with the seasoning.
Roast:
- Spread the broccoli onto the baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes or until the florets are tender and the edges golden brown.
Make it cheesy:
- Remove the roasted broccoli from the oven, transfer the cooked broccoli back into the large bowl, and toss it with the grated parmesan cheese. Serve immediately.
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Sara Welch says
This was such a quick and easy recipe that does not disappoint! The perfect side dish that pairs with just about anything! Even my picky eaters gobbled it up!
TAYLER ROSS says
I made this broccoli with dinner last night and it was delicious! My new favorite side dish!
Cathleen says
My toddler is OBSESSED with roasted broccoli, so I am so excited to make this for him tonight! Thank you so much for sharing 🙂
Anjali says
This might be my new favorite way to make roasted broccoli! It turned out perfectly tender, and the parmesan added great flavor. I loved it!
Katherine says
Such a tasty way to serve up healthy broccoli! Loved the salty tang of the parmesan with it.