Simple Baked Broccoli
Transform your weeknight meals with this Simple Baked Broccoli recipe, a delicious and healthy side dish that's ready in just 35 minutes! Featuring tender broccoli florets roasted to perfection with olive oil, minced garlic, and a zesty splash of lemon juice, each bite is bursting with bold, fresh flavors. A hint of red pepper flakes adds optional heat, while golden, crispy edges lend the perfect texture to this crowd-pleaser. With minimal prep and simple pantry ingredients, this wholesome, oven-baked broccoli is an effortless way to elevate your vegetable game. Serve it alongside your favorite main dish or enjoy it as a nutritious snack straight from the pan!
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Ingredients
- 4 cups Broccoli florets
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Red pepper flakes (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Step 2
Wash and dry the broccoli florets thoroughly.
Step 3
In a large mixing bowl, combine the broccoli florets with olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using.
Step 4
Toss everything together until the broccoli is well-coated with the seasonings.
Step 5
Spread the broccoli in a single layer on a baking sheet, ensuring that the florets are evenly spaced for even cooking.
Step 6
Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the broccoli edges are golden brown and the stalks are tender when pierced with a fork.
Step 7
Stir once halfway through the baking time to ensure even cooking.
Step 8
Once baked, remove from the oven and serve immediately as a side dish.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (419.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 358.2 |
| Total Fat 28.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 4.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1287.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 21.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 9.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 4.7g | |
| Protein 13.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 190.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 60.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories