Easy Oven Roasted Broccoli
Oven roasted broccoli is an easy and delicious side dish made with only 3 ingredients. Tossed with oil, salt and pepper, these baked broccoli florets come out golden and crisp tender every time!
Equipment
- 1 Baking Tray lined with parchment paper
Ingredients
- 16 ounces Broccoli Florets or 1 head cut into bite size pieces.
- 2-3 Tbsp Olive Oil
- Salt and Pepper
Instructions
- Prep: Preheat oven to 400 F. Line baking tray with parchment paper
- Cut broccoli into bite size pieces, making sure they are all similar in size.
- Season: Drizzle with oil, salt and pepper. Massage and toss the seasoning for even distribution of flavor. Don't overcrowd broccoli in the pan.
- Roast in oven for 18-22 minutes or until crisp tender.
Notes
Flavor Variations & Ideas
- Squeeze of lemon juice and red pepper flakes
- Add minced garlic and parmesan in the last 5 minutes of roasting
- Drizzle with a balzamic glaze
- Top with sesame seeds or furikake for an asian spin
- Season with fresh herbs like parsley, thyme, basil, rosemarry, etc.
- Season with dried herbs before baking such as Italian seasoning, herbs de Provence, onion powder, lemon pepper seasoning, ranch seasoning
- In airtight container for up to 3 days
- Reheat in microwave or stovetop. Reheated broccoli will no longer be crispy, but still delicious.
- Freezing is NOT recommended