Perfect Oven Roasted Broccoli

5 from 1 vote

Perfect Oven Roasted Broccoli

Tender broccoli with irresistibly crispy, caramelized tips! This Perfect Oven Roasted Broccoli recipe only needs 5 ingredients and 15 minutes. It's an easy and healthy side dish that everyone will love!

Prep Time5

Cook Time10

Total Time15

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Servings:

Calories: 104kcal

Author: Borrowed Bites

Ingredients

8 cups broccoli florets approx 16 oz
3 tablespoon olive oil
½ teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon sugar
pepper to taste

Instructions

Position the oven rack on the bottom rung. Place a sheet pan on the rack, close the door, then preheat the oven to 500°F.
While the oven and pan are heating, trim the broccoli florets of any dark spots and cut them into 1-2 inch pieces.
Once the oven is hot, place the broccoli in a large bowl. Toss with oil, salt, sugar, and pepper.
Immediately pull the hot pan out of the oven and toss the broccoli on the pan in a single layer. Turn the flat sides down on the pan for extra crispiness.
Place pan on the bottom rack and bake for 9-11 minutes, until broccoli it tender, crispy, and golden.

Notes

Tips & Tricks

Turn the flat side of the broccoli pieces down on the sheet pan. This helps the sides get extra crispy.
Let the pan get very hot in the oven before putting the broccoli on it. This is one of the secrets to great caramelization!
Don't overcrowd the pan. If the broccoli doesn't fit in a single layer, use two sheet pans.

Seasoning options:

Add minced garlic during the last 3-5 minutes of cooking time.
Squeeze fresh lemon juice on top after cooking.
Shredding fresh parmesan on top after cooking.

Storage: Store in an air-tight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.

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