Name: Lemon Parmesan Roasted Broccoli
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 3 Servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 broccoli florets; 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 0.5 tsp salt; 0.125 tsp black pepper; 0.25 tsp garlic powder; 1 lemon; 3 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese

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Lemon Parmesan Roasted Broccoli

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Ingredients

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Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400°F.

Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.

Make sure the broccoli florets are roughly 1 inch wide, and arrange in an even layer on the baking sheet.

Drizzle the broccoli with olive oil. Sprinkle with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.

Use a rubber spatula to toss the broccoli until it is evenly coated in the oil.

Cut the lemon in quarters and squeeze the juice over the broccoli florets. Arrange the slices on the pan among the broccoli.

Roast on middle rack of oven for 15 minutes.

Open the oven and sprinkle the Parmesan cheese over the broccoli. Toss lightly with a rubber spatula. Continue roasting until cheese is lightly golden and the broccoli is crisp-tender, 8-10 minutes.

Check to see that broccoli is done. Remove from oven or add time as needed.

Discard the lemon wedges, and serve immediately.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Pat Dry for Maximum Crispiness 💧
Thoroughly pat broccoli florets dry with paper towels before tossing with oil to ensure crispy edges and proper browning in the oven.
Use High Heat and Single Layer 🔥
Roast at 425°F on a single layer with space between florets to achieve that addictive crispy texture rather than steaming the broccoli.
Toast Garlic Powder First 🧄
Bloom garlic powder in the olive oil before coating the broccoli to unlock deeper, more complex flavors compared to adding it directly to dry florets.
Add Lemon Zest at Two Stages 🍋
Mix half the lemon zest with the oil before roasting and sprinkle the remaining fresh zest immediately after cooking to balance cooked and bright citrus notes.
Cheese Application Timing ⏱️
Add grated Parmesan in the final 2-3 minutes of roasting so it melts slightly and adheres without burning, then finish with extra cheese immediately after removal from oven.