Zesty Lemon Garlic Roasted Broccoli
A delightful side dish that brings brightness and flavor to any meal with roasted broccoli, lemon, garlic, and Parmesan.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb broccoli florets
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Combine the broccoli florets with minced garlic, olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper in a large mixing bowl. Toss to coat.
- Spread the broccoli mixture on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper in a single layer.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through.
- Add grated Parmesan cheese over the broccoli during the last 5 minutes of roasting, if desired.
- Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve hot.
Notes
Use fresh broccoli for the best flavor. Ensure each piece is well-coated with oil and seasonings for even cooking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 230mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
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