Crispy Oven Roasted Broccoli Recipe with Lemon (Easy)

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Crispy Oven Roasted Broccoli Recipe with Lemon (Easy)

Mallory

As a dietitian whose favorite veggie is broccoli, this is my favorite way to make Roasted Broccoli with crispy edges and tons of flavor! Once you have a batch made, use it as a healthy side dish or add it to grain bowls with quinoa and crispy chickpeas!

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 25

Course appetizers and side dishes

Cuisine American

Servings servings

Calories 90 kcal

Equipment

1 large sheet pan (half sheet)

Ingredients

6 cups broccoli florets (~2 small heads broccoli)
2 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil (or avocado oil)
1 teaspoon kosher salt (if using fine table salt, use ¾ tsp), more to taste
⅛ teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
½ teaspoon ground cumin (optional)
squeeze fresh lemon

Instructions

Preheat oven to high heat of 425℉ (218°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper sprayed with cooking spray for easy clean up.
Chop the broccoli into florets that are similar sizes. In a large bowl, toss in olive oil and seasonings, making sure everything is well coated.
Add the seasoned broccoli in a single layer on the baking sheet. Roast for 20-25 minutes, tossing halfway through.
When it's done roasting, add a squeeze of fresh lemon.

Notes

Expert Tips

For evenly-crisped broccoli, be sure to cut the fresh broccoli florets into relatively even bite-sized pieces.
When you toss the broccoli in the olive oil and seasonings, really make sure everything is well coated.
Make sure everything is spread in an even layer with some breathing room between the florets.
I like to make sure a majority of the broccoli florets are face down on the baking sheet because in my experience, it helps them get more crispy.
Give the broccoli a toss halfway through the cooking time.

Storage

Refrigerator - store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. Reheat in the oven on low heat, in an air-fryer, skillet, or in the microwave.

Dietitian Tip

Broccoli is a cruciferous vegetable that contains so many important nutrients including antioxidants, vitamin C, and dietary fiber! Cooking broccoli can make it easier to digest for many people.

For more nutrition information and tips, visit mallorythedietitian.com. I hope you enjoy this recipe as much as I do! 😊

Nutrition

Serving: 0.75 cupCalories: 90kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 3gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 310mgFiber: 3g

Keyword 30 minutes or less, dairy free, gluten free, vegan

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