Crispy, tender roasted florets don’t get any easier than this.

When roasted properly, broccoli florets turn crunchy, caramelized, and a little nutty.

Here, discover everything you oughta know to make great roasted broccoli.

Roasted Broccoli

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Pro tip:Use kitchen shears to snip florets off your head ofbroccoliand into a bowl.

And don’t toss out the stalks, either.

It’ll steam and get no flavorful caramelization.

broccoli florets

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Shake off excess water, then pat dry with a paper towel.

This will allow the heat from the oven to circulate around them evenly for delicious results.

Season liberally

In short, don’t skimp on the salt and pepper.

dry broccoli crowns with a paper towel

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Step 1.

Preheat the oven

The first step to roasting broccoli is to heat the oven.

Step 2.

roasted broccoli

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Prepare the broccoli

Washing and drying it comes first.

Then, cut your broccoli into florets.

If you like, you’ve got the option to add some minced garlic as well.

seasoned broccoli

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Step 3.

To serve, remove from the oven, toss with any of your desired finishes, and enjoy immediately.

Is Roasted Broccoli Healthy?

broccoli florets

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Roasted broccoli can also serve as a tasty cooked component in salads, grain bowls, or pasta.

Ingredients

1 12lbs.

(1-inch) broccoli florets

14cup olive oil

12tsp.

roasted broccoli on a sheet pan

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Place broccoli florets in a bowl; toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper until fully coated.

Roast until browned and tender-crisp, 14 to 16 minutes, tossing halfway through.

Transfer to a serving platter.

Sprinkle with desired toppings, and serve.