This is not just another boring vegetable but a delicious Roasted Broccoli! This aromatic and crispy veggie is baked with seasoning and garlic and sprinkled with Parmesan cheese. So easy to make, yet so tasty!

Roasted broccoli in a bowl, topped with parmesan.

To all the broccoli haters, I have the best recipe for you which makes this boring veggie taste like a gourmet meal.

It will be a perfect side dish to serve with your favorite entree. I like to pair it with my Instant Pot White Rice, One Pot Chicken and Rice, Baked BBQ Chicken Thighs, Instant Pot Turkey Meatballs, and many other meals.

Like my Oven Roasted Butternut Squash and Roasted Cherry Tomatoes, I also like to use this recipe for meal prep, as it keeps well in the fridge.

Roasted broccoli on a baking sheet topped with parmesan.

Why you will like it

If you are a not a big fan of broccoli, I bet you will love this recipe! It tastes nothing like a simple steamed veggie.

Here are a few reasons why:

Seasoning the vegetables is key! Just by adding salt, freshly cracked black pepper, and garlic powder, it enhances the flavor and brings it to a whole new level.
When you roast the broccoli, it will have a beautiful char and will taste so much better than regular steamed veggies.
Freshly grated Parmesan cheese is another element to add more complex flavor to a “boring” vegetable.

How to roast

Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.

Wash and dry the broccoli head and then cut it in smaller pieces. If some florets are too big, cut them in half, so they all will be about the same size for even baking.

Transfer the florets to a baking sheet. Season with salt, freshly cracked black pepper, and garlic powder. Drizzle olive oil and toss to evenly cover each piece (Photos 1-4).

Process photos of how to roast broccoli.

Bake at 425°F for about 20-25 minutes, or until they are cooked through and have a slight char on the edges.

Take out of the oven and sprinkle some freshly grated Parmesan cheese and toss to evenly cover (Photos 5-8).

Serve immediately.

Tips for best results

I like to use garlic powder to roast veggies because fresh minced garlic can get burnt while baking and will be bitter.
Don’t use too much olive oil, or you might end up with soggy vegetable. No one wants that!
To make this dish even fancier, you can top it with some fresh lemon juice or some chopped bacon.
To make it dairy-free/vegan, you can skip Parmesan cheese or use a vegan version.

Can I use frozen broccoli?

Frozen broccoli retains a lot of moisture, so you will need to roast it longer to evaporate the liquids. Though, for the best results, I would still use fresh broccoli.

How to store?

When it’s cooled off completely, transfer to an air-tight container and refrigerate. It will stay fresh for up to a week.

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