Description
Parmesan-Lemon Roasted Broccoli combines crisp, golden florets with zesty citrus and salty cheese. Quick weeknight side dishes never tasted so delightful, inviting you to savor each flavorful bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 broccoli heads (cut into medium florets)
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese (freshly grated)
- ½ cup (120 mL/4 fl oz) olive oil
- 2 tbsps (30 mL/1 fl oz) lemon juice
- 4 tsps minced garlic
- 1 ½ tsps garlic salt (with parsley flakes)
- ¾ tsp pepper
Instructions
- Preparation: Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil or lightly grease to prevent sticking.
- Garlic Infusion: Warm olive oil with minced garlic in a microwave-safe bowl for 30 seconds, then strain to extract aromatic oil.
- Seasoning Blend: Whisk infused olive oil with lemon juice, garlic salt, and ground black pepper to create a vibrant flavor profile.
- Coating Technique: Thoroughly coat broccoli florets in the seasoning mixture, ensuring even distribution of herbs and oil.
- Baking Setup: Arrange seasoned broccoli in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, maintaining space between pieces for optimal roasting and crisp edges.
- Cheese Topping: Generously dust grated Parmesan over the broccoli to create a golden, crispy exterior during baking.
- Roasting Process: Bake for 20-22 minutes, rotating the baking sheet midway to achieve uniform caramelization and golden-brown edges.
- Serving: Remove from oven when broccoli reaches a crisp, golden state with melted, slightly crispy Parmesan, and serve immediately while piping hot.
Notes
- Enhance Garlic Flavor: Microwaving garlic in oil releases deeper, more robust aromatics without burning, creating a richer infusion.
- Prevent Soggy Broccoli: Spread florets in a single layer with space between them to ensure crispy edges and proper caramelization during roasting.
- Cheese Melting Technique: Sprinkle Parmesan generously near the end of cooking to achieve a golden, crispy cheese crust without burning.
- Maximize Seasoning Absorption: Toss broccoli thoroughly in the lemon-garlic oil mixture to ensure each floret is evenly and completely coated with flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 218
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 569 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg