Lemon Garlic Roasted Broccoli (Printable)

Crisp-tender broccoli with garlic and lemon zest, roasted to a golden finish and bursting with flavor.

# What You Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 lb fresh broccoli florets

→ Aromatics

02 - 3 cloves garlic, minced

→ Oils & Seasonings

03 - 3 tbsp olive oil
04 - 1/2 tsp kosher salt
05 - 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper

→ Finishing

06 - 1 lemon, zested and juiced
07 - Optional: 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese

# Directions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, combine broccoli florets, olive oil, minced garlic, kosher salt, and black pepper; toss until evenly coated.
03 - Spread the coated broccoli in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
04 - Roast for 18 to 20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until broccoli is tender and edges begin to brown.
05 - Remove from oven, immediately drizzle with lemon juice, sprinkle with lemon zest, and toss gently to combine.
06 - If desired, sprinkle grated Parmesan cheese over the broccoli before serving. Serve warm.

# Expert Hints:

01 -
  • The high heat creates crispy, caramelized edges while keeping the inside tender
  • Fresh lemon at the end wakes up the entire dish without overpowering the garlic
02 -
  • Crowding the pan steams the broccoli instead of roasting it, so use two pans if needed
  • The lemon must be added after roasting or the acid will dull the bright green color
03 -
  • Dry the broccoli thoroughly after washing to encourage browning instead of steaming
  • Use a microplane for the zest so you get only the bright yellow part, no bitter pith
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