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    Home » Side Dishes » Vegetables

    Published: Jan 5, 2021 by Anna · This post may contain affiliate links.

    Oven Roasted Broccoli

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    This baked broccoli side dish is super versatile and goes with anything, including meats and fish. You'll never make broccoli another way again after one bite of this quick & easy Oven Roasted Broccoli recipe.

    Roasted broccoli on a white plate.

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    Think you don't like broccoli? Think again!

    Oven Roasted Broccoli is hands down the BEST way to eat it. Even broccoli haters change their tune after eating broccoli baked in the oven. This versatile side dish is equally wonderful for a holiday menu or on a busy weeknight.

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    • Why this recipe works
    • Ingredients
    • Instructions
    • FAQs
    • Variations
    • More roasted vegetables
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    Why this recipe works

    It's easy to be skeptical of such a simple recipe. But something magical happens when you roast vegetables.

    The high heat of the oven caramelizes the sugars in the broccoli. The result is a crispy exterior and a tender interior. Add a little salt, pepper and some mellow roasted garlic, and you have one addictive side dish that even broccoli haters embrace!

    Ingredients

    I'm pretty sure you have everything you need for this 5-ingredient recipe in your pantry and fridge:

    Roasted broccoli ingredients in bowls.

    Instructions

    Making broccoli in the oven takes literally minutes to prepare:

    Steps 1-3 for making roasted broccoli.

    1. Chop your broccoli into approximately equal sized florets. (I prefer to remove most of the stems but you can certainly leave them intact if you prefer.) Peel and smash the garlic at the same time.

    2. Add all ingredients to a bowl and stir to combine.

    3. Pour onto a preheated sheet pan and roast. Be sure you don't overcrowd the pan. If you do, the veggies will steam instead of get crispy and caramelized. When in doubt, use two sheet pans and rotate halfway through roasting time.

    ⭐️ Check out our guide to how to make perfectly roasted vegetables in the oven for more tips and recipes for foolproof baked veggies. ‼️

    Roasted broccoli on a sheet pan.

    FAQs

    Why do you preheat the sheet pan?


    Though this step is not absolutely necessary, I find it helps jumpstart the caramelization process.

    Forget to pop the pan in the oven when it's preheating? Just add a few extra minutes to the cooking time.

    Is roasted broccoli still healthy?


    Yes! Roasting broccoli changes the texture and flavor of the vegetable but largely retains its nutritional superpowers (including protein, fiber, vitamins and antioxidants).

    I don't have garlic. What can I use instead?

    You can easily use garlic powder in place of the garlic cloves if that's al you have on hand. Just stir in ⅛ teaspoon of garlic powder for each garlic clove it replaces.

    You can also omit garlic (cloves or powder) entirely and still get a crazy good side dish with just broccoli, oil, salt and pepper.

    Variations

    This simple roasted broccoli recipe for is a great place to start but feel free to mix it up with some of these substitutions:

    • Swap garlic cloves with parmesan cheese.
    • Turn up the heat. Forgo the garlic completely and sprinkle on some crushed red pepper flakes.
    • Roast with other veggies like carrots or sweet potatoes for a variety of flavors.
    Baked broccoli on a sheet pan with serving spoon.

    More roasted vegetables

    • Make a fuss-free vegetable side dish with this easy Rosemary Roasted Delicata Squash recipe. No peeling required!
    • These Oven Roasted Tomatoes are extremely versatile and can be used in appetizers, pasta or as a simple snack. Plus you can freeze them and use later!
    • Roasted Brussels Sprouts go from average to exceptional with a drizzle of savory balsamic vinegar.
    • This delicious Oven Roasted Sweet Potatoes recipe is simple enough to add to your weeknight meals but fancy enough to earn a spot on your table during the holidays.
    • A quick stir with maple syrup and a touch of red pepper flakes gives these Oven Roasted Carrots their irresistible spicy sweet flavor.
    • Add a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese and fresh thyme leaves to this easy Roasted Cauliflower recipe.
    • If you've never roasted green beans, you need to try this recipe ASAP!
    • We have even more easy side dishes in our archives!

    Recipe

    Oven Roasted Broccoli

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    This easy Oven Roasted Broccoli will make a veggie lover out of anyone!
    4.84 from 6 votes
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    Prep Time 10 minutes mins
    Total Time 10 minutes mins
    Course Side Dishes
    Cuisine American
    Servings 4 servings
    Calories 210 kcal
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    Ingredients
      

    • 1 ½ - 2 pounds of broccoli
    • 6 - 8 garlic cloves peeled and smashed
    • 3 - 4 tablespoons canola or grapeseed oil
    • Salt
    • Pepper

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    Instructions
     

    • Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Place sheet pan in oven while preheating.
    • Cut broccoli into florets, leaving some stem intact. Combine broccoli, garlic and oil in large bowl. Season generously with salt and pepper.
    • Place broccoli on preheated sheet pan and roast in the oven for 15-20 minutes, shaking and/or turning broccoli halfway through. The broccoli will have brown, crispy tips when done.

    Notes

    • If using olive oil instead of canola or grapeseed oil, lower the oven temperature to 400°F. Olive oil has a lower smoke point than canola and grapeseed oils and may take on a slightly bitter flavor if used at too high of a temperature for an extended period of time.

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    Nutrition

    Serving: 1cupCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 19gProtein: 6gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 12gSodium: 239mgFiber: 8gSugar: 3g

    Nutrition info not guaranteed to be accurate.

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    Spice up your dinner menu with this Oven Roasted Broccoli recipe. Made with 5 simple ingredients, it's the perfect side dish for any meal.

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    Hi, I’m Anna, a former corporate communications nerd turned food fanatic. Turns out I like cooking for others A LOT more than explaining HR policies to them. C’mon over!

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    1. Maegan @thebakermama says

      October 15, 2014 at 8:47 am

      This is awesome! We LOVE broccoli and I've been looking for a great way to roast it.

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    2. Beth @ The First Year says

      October 14, 2014 at 9:24 am

      This will help me eat my veggies for sure!

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    3. L. Camille says

      December 19, 2012 at 4:56 pm

      I love broccoli! and it's my favorite roasted -- my recipe is similar to yours above except I add a bit of sugar to the mixture beforehand as well. And squeeze lemon juice & toss in parm after it comes out of the oven. Yummy!

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      • Anna says

        December 19, 2012 at 5:45 pm

        I bet the sugar caramelizes the broccoli nicely. Will have to try that soon!

        Reply
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