Lemony Charred Broccoli with Parmesan
This is my go-to side when I want something that feels healthy but tastes indulgent. The high heat creates these crispy, caramelized edges while the lemon and garlic keep everything bright.
Ingredients
Ingredients (~6-8 servings)
- 2 1/4 lbs broccoli crowns sliced into bite-sized florets
- 3 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 1/2 Tbsp minced garlic ~3 large cloves
- 3/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- 1 1/2 tsp lemon zest ~1 large lemon
- 1/3 cup freshly-grated Parmesan
- Juice of 1 1/2 lemons
- Kosher salt and freshly-cracked black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425F with 2 sheet pans inside.
- Toss 2 1/4 lbs broccoli florets with 3 Tbsp olive oil, 1 1/2 Tbsp minced garlic, 3/4 tsp red pepper flakes, 1 1/2 tsp lemon zest, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
- Grease hot sheet pans and spread broccoli evenly between them, placing florets cut-side down.
- Bake 15 minutes.
- Toss broccoli and bake 5-10 minutes more until tender with charred edges.
- Squeeze juice of 1 1/2 lemons over broccoli and toss.
- Sprinkle 1/3 cup Parmesan over top and bake 1-2 minutes until cheese melts.
Notes
Preheating sheet pans creates char instead of steaming. Place florets cut-side down for maximum caramelization.
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