Oven Roasted Broccoli Recipe (Video) (2024)

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Posted Jan 08, 2020, Updated Jul 14, 2021

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This is the best oven-roasted broccoli recipe! This easy roasted broccoli is made with 6 ingredients in 15 minutes! It’s crispy, tender and perfectly seasoned! Baked broccoli is a healthy side dish that pairs well with everything!

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Broccoli is my favorite vegetable, and this oven-roasted broccoli recipe is my favorite way to enjoy it! It results in the best tasting broccoli with a perfect texture that is crispy, tender and perfectly seasoned!

Plus this rosted broccoli recipe is easy to make with 6 ingredients in 15 minutes! It’s a healthy side dish that pairs well with just about everything (including this balsamic pot roast, homemade mac and cheese, and so much more!

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Roasted Broccoli Recipe: Ingredients

This oven roasted broccoli is made with only 6 ingredients (including salt and pepper)!

  • Broccoli Florets. Trim fresh broccoli and use the tops (called florets) in this recipe. You can also use frozen broccoli florets with great results!
  • Olive Oil.use a high-quality olive oil for the best flavor. You can also use infused olive oils (like this garlic olive oil) to add an extra depth of flavor! Really any neutral oil works like avocado oil, canola oil, etc.
  • Garlic Powder.I use powdered garlic here because it coats the broccoli and gives it a crispy texture. I don’t recommend making substituions!
  • Sea Salt.Garlic salt can be used in place of sea salt for even more garlic flavor.
  • Paprika.My favorite is smoked paprika, but any variety works well!
  • Black pepper.Use freshly ground black pepper for the best flavor!
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How to make Roasted Broccoli

This oven-roasted broccoli recipe is very easy to make, but as always, I will walk through the steps showing you how to roast broccoli to ensure your broccoli-roasting success!

Make Spice Mixture

The first step in this baked broccoli recipe is to make the spice mixture. Combining the spices beforehand will make sure they are evenly distributed throughout the broccoli florets! Set it aside to use later.

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Combine broccoli & olive oil

Next, combine the broccoli and olive oil. Be sure to stir so the olive oil is evenly distributed and all the broccoli pieces are evenly coated.

How to roast frozen broccoli:

You can use both fresh or frozen broccoli. For frozen broccoli I recommend following the recipe as written, you may just need to stir the broccoli one extra time during roasting, and broil at the end to achieve the best texture!

Add spice mixture

Once the broccoli is evenly coated with olive oil, sprinkle the spice mixture over the broccoli. Stir until all the broccoli pieces are evenly coated! This might be a bit more challenging with frozen broccoli, so I recommend adding it in 3 separate additions with stirring in between.

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Make sure to stir gently, especially if using frozen broccoli, to prevent breaking the broccoli apart!

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Roast Broccoli

Roast the broccoli at 450 degrees F for about 15 minutes, stirring once halfway through. Please be aware that all ovens bake differently, so make sure to check the broccoli at around 7 minutes! Also, the size you cut the florets into will effect the baking time (smaller florets = shorter bake time, larger florets = longer bake time). So keep that in mind!

Broil (if necessary)

Towards the end of baking if the broccoli isn’t crisping up as you’d like it to, turn the oven to broil and bake for 1-2 minutes. I usually only need to do this occasionally when using frozen broccoli!

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Serve Immediately

For best taste and texture serve this baked broccoli fresh from the oven. I usually find myself sneaking bites of it as I serve it to my family, because it’s so delicious I just keep going back for more! You could add a squirt of lemon as you serve it for a little citrusy touch!

ServingSuggestions

I make this roasted broccoli weekly! Because, like I said before, it’s my favorite way to enjoy my favorite vegetable! Here are some recipes that pair well with this baked broccoli!

  • This balsamic pot roast is my go-to meal when I want a special dinner with minimal work. I love serving this broccoli recipe on the side!
  • The BEST homemade meatloaf recipe – YUM!
  • This roasted broccoli perfectly compliments this baked hummus chicken.
  • I always serve it alongside homemade mac and cheese for a balanced meal!
  • I love serving this oven roasted broccoli with egg dishes, like this crustless quiche and this hash brown crusted quiche! Or just with scrambled eggs!
  • This roasted broccoli recipe pairs perfectly with this slow cooker chicken teriyaki!
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FAQs about Roasted Broccoli

How do you store roasted broccoli?

Store roasted broccoli in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

How do you reheat roasted broccoli?

There are two ways to re-heat roasted broccoli:
Warm it in the microwave. This method will heat it up but will not re-crisp it. It’s the easiest and quickest way to reheat!
In the oven. If I have the time, I like to reheat this broccoli recipe in the oven. Simply preheat the oven to 375 degrees F, place the oven on a small baking sheet or in a small baking pan, and heat until it’s warmed through and crispy (usually 4-5 minutes).

Is roasted broccoli healthy for you?

Yes! Broccoli is a great source of fiber, vitamin K, vitamin C, folic acid, and potassium! And olive oil (the other main ingredient in this roasted broccoli recipe), has anti-inflammatory properties, is high in monounsaturated fats and antioxidants!

More roasted vegetable recipes:

I have a serious affinity for roasted vegetables. Besides this roasted broccoli, here are some of my favorite recipes:

  • Balsamic roasted Brussels sprouts are irresistibly delicious!
  • Parmesan roasted green beans are one of my favorite sides!
  • Balsamic roasted beets are like vegetable candy!
  • For a variety, try this balsamic roasted vegetables recipe.
  • And I can’t forget my favorite roasted vegetable quinoa salad!
  • These crunchy roasted chickpeas also make a great snack!
  • The best oven roasted vegetables! Easy and delicious!
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Oven Roasted Broccoli (Baked Broccoli)

Laura

This is the best oven-roasted broccoli recipe! This easy roasted broccoli is made with 6 ingredients in 15 minutes! It's crispy, tender and perfectly seasoned! Baked broccoli is a healthy side dish that pairs well with everything!

5 from 69 votes

Course Side Dish

Cuisine American

Servings 6 servings

Calories 123

Prep Time5 minutes minutes

Cook Time15 minutes minutes

Total Time20 minutes minutes

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees F.

  • Grease a large baking sheet, set aside.

  • In a small bowl mix together garlic powder, sea salt, paprika and black pepper. Set aside.

  • Place broccoli pieces in a large bowl, drizzle with olive oil and stir until evenly coated.

  • Sprinkle half of the spice mixture over the broccoli, stir and repeat with the second half and stir until evenly distributed.

  • Spread seasoned broccoli evenly on the prepared baking sheet.

  • Roast at 450 degrees for 14- 15 minutes, or until the broccoli is nicely roasted, stirring once halfway through. (Note: the size you cut the florets into will effect the baking time (smaller florets = shorter bake time, larger florets = longer bake time). So keep that in mind)!

  • If necessary, broil the broccoli for 1-2 minutes at the end of roasting time to crisp it up (I find this is only necessary if using frozen broccoli).

  • Remove from oven and serve immediately.

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Notes

How to roast frozen broccoli:

You can use both fresh or frozen broccoli. If using frozen broccoli in this roasted broccoli recipe. For frozen broccoli I recommend following the recipe as written, you may just need to stir the broccoli one extra time during roasting and broil at the end to achieve the best texture!

Recipe substitutions:

  • Broccoli Florets. Trim fresh broccoli and use the tops (called florets) in this recipe. You can also use frozen broccoli florets with great results!
  • Olive Oil.I love using infused olive oils (like this garlic olive oil) to add some extra flavor! Really any neutral oil works like avocado oil, canola oil, etc.
  • Sea Salt.Garlic salt can be used in place of sea salt for even more garlic flavor.
  • Paprika.My favorite is smoked paprika, but any variety works well!

How to store roasted broccoli:

Store roasted broccoli in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

To reheat roasted broccoli:

There are two ways to re-heat roasted broccoli:

  1. Warm it in the microwave. This method will heat it up but will not re-crisp it. It’s the easiest and quickest way to reheat!
  2. In the oven. If I have the time, I like to reheat this broccoli recipe in the oven. Simply preheat the oven to 375 degrees F, place the oven on a small baking sheet or in a small baking pan, and heat until it’s warmed through and crispy (usually 4-5 minutes).

Nutrition

Serving: 0.25cup | Calories: 123kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 234mg | Potassium: 389mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 797IU | Vitamin C: 108mg | Calcium: 57mg | Iron: 1mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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FAQs

How do you stop broccoli from burning when roasting? ›

The tender, fuzzy “tree” tips of roasted broccoli florets are the most delicious, but they are also quick to burn. Make sure the florets are well-coated with olive oil to keep this from happening. Don't Crowd the Pan. If the florets are too close, they will steam instead of roast.

Why is my roasted broccoli mushy? ›

Eventually, it'll be like mush (i.e. baby food), if you overcook it. You do know you can eat broccoli raw, right. Most people give it a quick stir fry or blanch it briefly, which results in a somewhat harder texture when being served.

Should broccoli be washed before roasting? ›

Wash AND dry your veggies.

After you wash your head of broccoli, make sure to dry it off before you toss it with the oil. A little moisture is ok, but if it's too wet when it goes in the oven, it won't get brown and crisp.

Why is my broccoli soggy in the oven? ›

Obviously you have to wash the broccoli first, but the problem is that broccoli really tends to hold water in all of those little florets. However, the drier the broccoli, the crispier it will get when you roast it; wet broccoli steams. Since crispy is what you're going for here, you need to dry the broccoli.

How do you not burn vegetables in the oven? ›

Swich tip: the smaller the vegetable pieces, the higher the oven temperature needs to be. This may sound counter-intuitive. But here's why: smaller vegetables take less time to cook throughout. On the other hand, harder and bigger vegetables are better cooked at 350-400 to prevent the vegetables from burning.

How do you keep roasted vegetables crispy? ›

The #1 Tip for Extra-Crispy Roasted Vegetables
  1. Preheat oven to 425℉.
  2. Prep veggies and pat dry (ensuring the veggies are dry will help avoid clumping with the cornstarch). ...
  3. Add 1 tablespoon cornstarch per pound of vegetables. ...
  4. Roast until fork-tender and crispy, 20 to 45 minutes, depending on the vegetable.
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Why does my roasted broccoli taste bitter? ›

Hi Maxine, there can be several reasons why broccoli is bitter, the main one is that it is starting to 'bolt', this is when the plant starts to flower prematurely. Bolting can be caused by temperature fluctuations (hot and cold) or too much heat, broccoli are a cool weather crop.

How do you crisp up broccoli? ›

You can soak the broccoli in a bowl of ice water for 30 minutes or more to help it regain its firmness. Another method is to slice off a portion of the stem and place the remaining stem and crown in a pot with a cup of water. Store it in the fridge overnight, and the broccoli will be crisp and fresh in the morning.

How healthy is roasted broccoli? ›

Yes! Baked broccoli is super healthy and full of fiber, vitamin C, and even protein.

How long should broccoli sit before cooking? ›

“Our results suggest that after cutting broccoli florets into small pieces, they should be left for about 90 minutes before cooking,” the team concluded, adding that they didn't test it but thought “30 minutes would also be helpful.”⠀And other research supports this.

Why do you soak broccoli in salt water? ›

Hence, soaking the vegetables in salt water not only removes the pesticides and insecticides, but it also kills the bacteria and bugs present on them.

What is the appropriate cooking method for broccoli and why? ›

Broccoli can be eaten raw, but blanching it quickly in boiling water helps give it a more crisp-tender texture and bring out its flavor. Broccoli can also be steamed, sautéed, and roasted. You could even throw long spears on the grill!

Can you over cook broccoli? ›

Cooking broccoli in this way retains most of its colour, nutritional value along with that crunch that results in a delicious side dish that even my youngest and pickiest eater enjoys. Boiling or over-cooking the broccoli florets turns the texture into mush and also draw away much of its cancer-fighting goodness.

How long to cook broccoli so it's not mushy? ›

Bring one inch of water to a boil in your pot. While you're waiting for your water to boil, use a knife to cut the head of broccoli into florets. Add your steamer basket to the pot and place the broccoli florets on the steamer. Reduce the heat to medium, add lid and steam for 5-6 minutes, for tender crisp broccoli.

Does broccoli get softer the longer you cook it? ›

If you want your broccoli to be softer, cook it for an additional 30 seconds. Once the broccoli begins to turn yellow and develops a mushy texture, it's been boiling for too long.

Why do my vegetables burn in the oven? ›

**Use the Right Temperature:** The ideal roasting temperature for most vegetables is between 375°F to 425°F (190°C to 220°C). Higher temperatures can cause burning on the outside before the inside is cooked.

How do you protect broccoli from heat? ›

Provide a little shade

While our crops certainly need sun to mature, we can provide afternoon shade to keep soil from getting too hot. If you have a support system in place, try installing a light shade cloth over the row. This will also keep many pests out.

Why did my broccoli burn in the air fryer? ›

Extra-virgin olive oil – It helps the broccoli become tender as it cooks. Don't skimp on it – without enough oil, the broccoli will burn instead of browning.

How do you cook broccoli to reduce gas? ›

Cooking: Raw broccoli is a common component of vegetable/dip platters at parties and events, of course, but eating it raw is actually more likely to lead to gas. Instead, by steaming or microwaving it, your body will have an easier time breaking it down.

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