Roasted Broccoli

Name: Roasted Broccoli
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 18 min
Total time: 28 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs broccoli, cut into florets; 3 tbsp olive oil; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional); 1 tbsp lemon juice; 2 tbsp grated parmesan (optional)

4 servings10 min prep18 min cookEasy

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The Story Behind It

The Tale of Roasted Broccoli

Story updated September 18, 2026

Broccoli, developed by Italian growers from wild cabbage relatives centuries ago, has long been prepared simply in Italian cooking. Roasting as a specific technique gained popularity in American home cooking more recently, as high-heat roasting became favored for bringing out vegetables' natural sweetness.

Ingredients

Scale:· 4 servings

1 1/2 lbs broccoli, cut into florets
3 tbsp olive oil
3 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
1 tbsp lemon juice
2 tbsp grated parmesan (optional)

Instructions

1Preheat the oven to 425 F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2Toss the broccoli florets with olive oil, garlic, salt, and red pepper flakes if using.
3Spread in a single layer and roast for 15-18 minutes, until the edges are browned and crispy.
4Remove from the oven and drizzle with lemon juice, tossing to coat.
5Sprinkle with parmesan if desired and serve hot.

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