Making your own roasted broccoli could not be easier! This tutorial will show you how to roast broccoli in the oven, how to serve it, and simple tips for perfectly roasted broccoli every time.
Perfectly Roasted Broccoli
Roasted broccoli is such an amazing side dish for any meal! And you’ll absolutely love our simply seasoned, perfectly roasted broccoli recipe. We’re sharing all our tips for roasting broccoli florets in under 20 minutes in the oven.
PS: would you rather steam? Check out our tutorial on How to Steam Broccoli.
Broccoli Nutrition
Not only do we love the flavor and vibrant green color of this vegetable, but broccoli is so good for you! It’s high in vitamin c and vitamin k and is naturally vegan and gluten-free. Per 1 cup of broccoli:
- 31 calories
- 6g carbs
- 2.6g protein
- 2g fiber
- .3g fat
Featured Ingredients
Our favorite tools
Nordic Ware Baking Sheet
Wüsthof Classic 6″ Chef’s Knife
Eleton Olive Oil Dispenser
Reynolds Wrap Tin Foil
How to Roast Broccoli
Make sure to scroll all the way down to the recipe card to get the full ingredient list and written recipe.
Preheat the oven to 375ºF, and spread the broccoli over the baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil. Massage the oil into the broccoli with your hands.
Season the broccoli with salt and pepper and massage the broccoli again.
Transfer the baking sheet to the oven and roast for 15-17 minutes, tossing halfway through.
Transfer the broccoli to a large serving bowl, add the lemon juice and parmesan and toss. Enjoy!
Top Tips
Do you need to blanch broccoli before roasting?You definitely don’t have to! By roasting broccoli at 375°F for 17 minutes, you’ll have perfectly roasted broccoli with a bite that’s never mushy.
Why is my roasted broccoli soggy?To avoid soggy broccoli do not crowd the sheet pan which will cause the broccoli to steam at the same time it’s roasting.
Why do you put oil on roasted vegetables?Oiling veggies before roasting not only helps them not stick to the pan, but allows them to brown perfectly while adding a rich, nutty flavor.
Want to steam these broccoli florets instead? You can make this same recipe but on the stovetop or in the microwave! Follow the instructions over on our How to Steam Broccoli recipe.
We also have that! Make perfectly crispy broccoli in 10 minutes flat in your air fryer. Follow the instructions over on our Air Fryer Broccoli recipe.
Got leftover roasted broccoli? Let it cool completely and then transfer it into an airtight container for up to 3-5 days.
- Let broccoli cool completely.
- Transfer it to a parchment-lined baking sheet and spread it out so that the florets aren’t touching.
- Freeze for around 2 hours.
- Once frozen, transfer into an airtight container or gallon-size plastic bag. Freeze for up to 3 months.
More of our Favorite…
Easy Veggie Sides
- Baked Potatoes in Foil
- Oven Roasted Asparagus
- Ranch Roasted Potatoes
- Roasted Root Vegetables
More of our Favorite…
Easy Broccoli Recipes
- Steamed Broccoli
- Air Fryer Broccoli
- Broccoli and Cheese Stuffed Chicken
- Beef and Broccoli
- Strawberry Broccoli Salad
- 5 cups chopped broccoli ~12 oz.
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- ¾ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
- ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
- Preheat the oven to 375ºF.
- Spread the broccoli over the baking sheet and drizzle the broccoli with olive oil. Massage the oil into the broccoli with your hands.
- Season the broccoli with salt and pepper and massage the broccoli again.
- Transfer the baking sheet to the oven and roast for 15-17 minutes, tossing halfway through. Roast the broccoli until the edges of the broccoli have browned.*
- Remove the broccoli from the oven and transfer the broccoli to a large serving bowl. Add the lemon juice and parmesan to the broccoli and toss. Serve immediately.
- This roasted broccoli recipe leaves you with roasted broccoli that has a bite. If you like broccoli that is cooked more, add a few more minutes to the cook time.
