Name: Best Roasted Broccoli with Lemon & Garlic
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 people
Ingredients: 1 lb broccoli florets ((or a mix of cauliflower & broccoli)); 1/3 cup panko bread crumbs ((gluten-free)); 2 tsp extra virgin olive oil ((or water for WFPB)); 1 lemon (-halved); 1 tsp garlic powder; 1 tsp onion powder; 1 pinch red chili flakes (-to taste); 1/2 tsp sea salt (+more to taste); 1/4 cup vegan walnut parmesan (for serving -OPTIONAL)

The best roasted broccoli recipe ever with lemon and garlic, crispy at the edges and perfectly tender in the center. Bursting with flavor from a mix of spices and brightened up by a fresh squeeze of citrus.

Best roasted broccoli recipe with lemon and garlic.

Feel free to mix half broccoli florets and cauliflower following this exact recipe.

From all the broccoli i’ve cooked in my life this still is the top rated recipe to date. Quick and easy, ready to eat in less than 30 minutes and oh so delicious and good for you!

Did i mention that it’s also vegan ?!

Yeah, even the optional walnut parmesan is, which you should totally make as well and keep a stash of it on hand at all times. Magical sprinkling dust.

Best roasted broccoli florets with lemon and garlic.

This broccoli is best served hot, straight out of the oven. I would not recommend making it in advance nor freezing, after all it would take you just as long to reheat it anyways.

Serve in a Buddha bowl paired with a mushroom potato salad, stir fried tofu, tomato salsa or these to die for baked sweet potatoes.

FAQ: Can I Roast Broccoli Without Oil ?

A: Yes you can kids. Simply replace the oil with a splash of veggie stock or water. However, just know you won’t be achieving those crispy edges I bragged about but it will still be super tasty and healthy.

P.S. I’ve also made this with a squeeze of tart orange juice instead of lemon and it was equally delicious. You might want to experiment with that.

5 from 1 vote

Best Roasted Broccoli with Lemon & Garlic

The best roasted broccoli recipe ever with lemon and garlic, crispy at the edges and perfectly tender in the center.

Course Side Dish

Cuisine Italian

Keyword roasted broccoli

Prep Time 5 minutes

Cook Time 20 minutes

Total Time 25 minutes

Servings 4 people

Calories 90 kcal

Author florentina

Ingredients

1 lb broccoli florets (or a mix of cauliflower & broccoli)
1/3 cup panko bread crumbs (gluten-free)
2 tsp extra virgin olive oil (or water for WFPB)
1 lemon -halved
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1 pinch red chili flakes -to taste
1/2 tsp sea salt +more to taste
1/4 cup vegan walnut parmesan for serving -OPTIONAL

Instructions

Preheat oven to 425”F.
In a large baking tray toss together the broccoli florets with the olive oil, sea salt, pepper flakes, garlic and onion powders. Sprinkle with the bread crumbs then spread in one layer preferably without touching each other.
Roast in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes until the florets are tender (but not mushy) when pierced with a knife. Toss once half way through cooking.
Serve promptly with a good squeeze of lemon juice and a sprinkling of walnut parmesan over the top.

Nutrition Facts

Best Roasted Broccoli with Lemon & Garlic

Amount Per Serving

Calories 90 Calories from Fat 27

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 3g 5%

Sodium 366mg 15%

Potassium 414mg 12%

Total Carbohydrates 14g 5%

Dietary Fiber 4g 16%

Sugars 2g

Protein 4g 8%

Vitamin A 14.1%

Vitamin C 140%

Calcium 6.9%

Iron 6.8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Go Veggies:

Pesto Quinoa Salad

Avocado Bruschetta

Veggie Stir Fry

Best Roasted Broccoli Recipe

Did i mention that it’s also vegan ?!

FAQ: Can I Roast Broccoli Without Oil ?