Parmesan Roasted Broccoli

You are going to love this delicious parmesan roasted broccoli! It's a simple yet fantastic way to enjoy broccoli and doesn't require many ingredients. It will be a hit with the whole family.

This is the best broccoli recipe - it's seriously my favorite way to make broccoli as a simple side dish! You can also use the broccoli in a salad or grain bowl if you'd like.

This is the best way to make delicious crispy broccoli. You'll roast the broccoli at a high heat to get crispy bits that are ever so lightly charred.

This easy side dish pairs well with chicken, lasagna, steak, and more! This dish will turn even the most reluctant veggie eater into a broccoli fan and will be one of your new favorite side dishes.

Jump to:

• Ingredients
• Instructions
• More Veggie Side Dish Recipes
• Substitutions & Variations
• Storage
• Tips for Making this Recipe
• Parmesan Roasted Broccoli

Ingredients

Here are the simple ingredients you'll need to make this easy roasted broccoli recipe.

• Fresh Broccoli Florets
• Parmesan Cheese
• Olive Oil or Avocado Oil
• Sea Salt
• Garlic Powder
• Onion Powder
• Ground Black Pepper 
• Freshly Squeezed Lemon Juice

See the recipe card for quantities.

Instructions

Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. 

Place the broccoli on an aluminum foil or parchment lined sheet pan. Toss with the olive oil.

Combine the sea salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper in a small bowl. Sprinkle over the broccoli and toss to coat each floret. 

Spread the broccoli out in a single, even layer across the baking sheet. 

Bake for 12 minutes. Remove the broccoli from the oven and flip each piece over. Bake for an additional 15 minutes. 

Remove the broccoli from the oven and immediately sprinkle with the cheese and a squeeze of lemon juice. Toss the broccoli so the cheese is evenly distributed, and serve immediately with additional lemon wedges, if desired.

More Veggie Side Dish Recipes

Looking for another healthy side dish recipe? Try one of these favorites.

• Asian Style Green Beans
• Smashed Brussels Sprouts
• Roasted Turnips
• Sautéed Zucchini
• Oven Roasted Root Vegetables

Substitutions & Variations

Want to make some changes to this recipe? Here are some optional swaps or additional ingredients you can add.

• Spices - want to add a little heat? Try adding a pinch of red pepper flakes or chili powder to the spice mixture.
• Fresh garlic - you can substitute the garlic powder for 3 to 4 garlic cloves. Mince them and add them when you toss the broccoli with olive oil and spices.
• Additional Citrus - you can add some lemon zest to the cooked broccoli as well if you want a sharper citrus flavor.

Storage

The roasted broccoli is best enjoyed immediately after you make it, but leftovers can be saved for up to 4 days in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

If possible, reheat in the oven or toaster oven to keep them crispy.

Tips for Making this Recipe

Cooking Tips - I recommend lining your baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil. It makes for easier clean-up and prevents the broccoli from sticking to the pan.

Recommended Tools - If your broccoli is not already chopped into bite-size florets, you'll need a small knife and cutting board. I suggest leaving the thin, tender part of the broccoli stalks on the florets, but the larger center stalk is too fibrous to use for this recipe. Here's a great way to enjoy peeled broccoli stems.

If you try this recipe, let us know! Connect with us on Instagram and share your photos, or leave us a rating.