Oven-Roasted Broccoli (3 Ingredients)

Broccoli is such an easy veggie to cook, it’s inexpensive, and pairs easily with just about any meal. An even bigger reason why it’s so great (for me anyways) is that my two boys absolutely love eating these veggies, even when they were in their “terrible toddler” years. I can still hear them calling them “mini trees” and pretending to eat trees for dinner. In the whole span of my marriage, broccoli has probably been one of our most frequently consumed veggie sides.

How to Make Oven-Roasted Broccoli

Are you looking for a quick side dish for dinner tonight?These oven roasted broccoli florets are it!

• Cut the broccoli: Cut the broccoli florets into equal sized pieces and place them on a baking sheet.
• Season the broccoli: Toss the broccoli well with garlic parsley salt and oil. Spread them into one layer.
• Bake: Place the broccoli into the oven, preheated at 425°F. Bake for eight minutes, then toss and further roast until desired doneness.

Flavor Variations

As the main cook in my house, I think it’s so important to be able to alter a recipe to fit you and your family best. Here are some variations I’ve enjoyed over the years.

• Lemon juice: Add a squeeze of lemon juice and/or lemon zest to the broccoli right before serving. This gives the broccoli a fresh, citrusy tang that we absolutely love!
• Sesame oil: Drizzle half a teaspoon of sesame oil for a more nutty, Asian flavor. Then, add a sprinkle of sesame seeds for visual flair.
• Balsamic: A tablespoon of balsamic vinegar or balsamic glaze adds rich sweetness with notes of fig, molasses, and/or cherry.
• Red pepper flakes: For a spicy kick, drizzle red pepper flakes to the florets before roasting.
• Parmesan: A sprinkle of Parmesan cheese right before serving adds a bold taste and nutty cheesiness. You honestly can’t ever go wrong with Parmesan!
• Other seasonings: Branch out from just the garlic parsley salt and use any of your favorite seasonings. Cumin and Italian seasoning are two popular choices.

Roasted Broccoli Tips & Tricks

Make sure the texture and flavors of your roasted broccoli come out perfect by following these simple tips.

• Use every part of the broccoli: Both the florets and the stems of broccoli are edible and nutritious. If you don’t mind the stems, keep them on for this recipe!
• Cut the broccoli florets equally: For evenly roasted florets, cut them into equal bite-sized pieces.
• Leave space on the baking sheet: Spread the florets out evenly in one layer across the baking pan so they all roast evenly.
• Season evenly: After adding the seasoning and olive oil, toss the broccoli to evenly coat each side. If the seasoning is not evenly dispersed, some pieces of broccoli may taste overly garlicky and salty while others will be bland.
• Add garlic: For a more caramelized, nutty, and sweet flavor, add a few minced garlic cloves to roast with the broccoli. The garlic parsley salt has garlic, but if you want more, this is the way to go.
• Use a bowl to season broccoli: If you prefer to keep your hands clean, instead of mixing the broccoli and seasonings in the sheet pan with your hands, use a bowl.

Storing & Reheating Broccoli

Oven roasted broccoli is so easy and quick that I rarely make more than we will eat in one sitting. If I want more tomorrow, I know it’s super easy to make and won’t take long at all. However, in case you have leftovers, don’t toss them! Instead, use these tips to enjoy it again later.

• Refrigerator: To refrigerate for up to seven days, store the roasted broccoli in an airtight container in the fridge. It may lose some of the crispy texture, but it’s still perfect to re-use in mixed dishes like broccoli mushroom Alfredo pasta.
• Reheat: To reheat roasted broccoli, place it in the oven for a couple minutes to regain some crisp. Or, reheat it in the airfryer like this air fryer broccoli. For a quick (but less crispy) reheat, use the microwave.

More Roasted Vegetables

• Roasted Cauliflower– Four-ingredient roasted cauliflower steaks
• Crispy Roasted Cabbage Steaks – Similar to a cabbage salad, but even better topped with bacon!
• Roasted Asparagus – Only three ingredients and about 10 minutes to roast
• Roasted Broccolini – A milder, sweeter version of roasted broccoli florets

Recipe

Oven-Roasted Broccoli (3 Ingredients)

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Servings

6 servings

Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 13 minutes mins

Total Time 18 minutes mins

Recipe contributed by: Natalya Drozhzhin

This oven roasted broccoli floret recipe takes only 3 ingredients and it's crazy easy, quick, and tasty. Even our boys loved these as toddlers!

Ingredients

• 2 lbs broccoli florets
• 1 tbsp garlic parsley salt
• 2 tbsp oil olive or avocado

US Units – Metric

Instructions

• Preheat the oven to 425°F. Cut the broccoli florets into equal size pieces. Place broccoli on a baking sheet.
  
• Season with garlic parsley salt and oil. Toss or use hands to spread the seasoning evenly, then spread broccoli into one layer on a baking sheet.
  
• Bake for 8 minutes. Mix and roast for 5 more minutes or until you achieve desired doneness.
  

Nutrition Facts

Oven-Roasted Broccoli (3 Ingredients)

Amount Per Serving

Calories 93 Calories from Fat 45

% Daily Value*

Fat 5g8%

Saturated Fat 1g5%

Trans Fat 0.02g

Polyunsaturated Fat 1g

Monounsaturated Fat 3g

Sodium 1213mg51%

Potassium 478mg14%

Carbohydrates 10g3%

Fiber 4g16%

Sugar 3g3%

Protein 4g8%

Vitamin A 942IU19%

Vitamin C 135mg164%

Calcium 72mg7%

Iron 1mg6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.