Recipe video above. This is insanely simple to make but it's the best broccoli ever! I call it "Magic Broccoli" because it IS magic how a little roasting and a drizzle of lemon juice and parmesan can transform broccoli!
Recipe by Nagi | RecipeTin Eats on January 16, 2019
Prep time: PT10M
Cook time: PT25M
Total time: PT35M
Rating
4.97 stars (104 reviews)
Keywords
Best broccoli recipe, Roasted broccoli
Ingredients
2 medium to large heads of broccoli (, about 1 kg / 2 lb)
2 garlic cloves (, finely sliced or minced)
2 1/2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1/2 tsp salt ((adjust to your taste))
Black pepper
Zest of half a lemon
1 tbsp lemon juice
2 tbsp freshly grated parmesan cheese (, plus more for garnish)
Categories
Side
Vegetables
Steps
Preheat oven to 220°C/425°F (200°C fan).
Cut/break broccoli into florets and pile onto baking tray. (Note 2 re: stem)
Toss - Drizzle all over with extra virgin olive oil, scatter with garlic, salt and pepper. Toss with fingers or tongs, then spread out over tray in a single layer (or toss in large bowl or ziplock bag).
Roast for 20 to 25 minutes until the tips of the florets are slightly browned and crispy. The broccoli should be "tender crisp", meaning just cooked through, not soft and floppy.
Finish - Remove from the oven and immediately drizzle over the lemon juice, zest, and parmesan. Toss quickly, transfer to serving plate and garnish with a bit more parmesan. Serve warm!
Nutitrion
Serving Size: 203 g
Calories: 151 kcal
Carbohydrates: 15 g
Protein: 7 g
Fat: 8 g
Saturated Fat: 1 g
Cholesterol: 1 mg
Sodium: 406 mg
Sugar: 3 g
Reviews
Christine Harris on 2025-06-17 (4 stars): Really yum. I added some cauliflower and a sprinkle of Italian Seasoning
Christine Harris on 2025-06-17 (4 stars): Really yum. I added some cauliflower and also a sprinkle of Italian seasoning.
Noelle on 2024-10-31 (5 stars): Truly magic broccoli! I only had 1 1/2 medium sized heads, which shrank as warned, so my only complaint is that there wasn’t enough of it - might’ve had something to do with me snatching pieces of it while the rest of dinner was cooking. Lol. I will NEVER steam or *gasp* boil broccoli again!
Evan on 2024-08-31 (5 stars): This recipe SLAPS!! I mean, every Nagi recipe does, but this one is so good. I served mine over rice and topped with kewpie mayo. 10/10, will eat every day probably
Lyn Craggs on 2024-07-16 (5 stars): Wow, Nagi, this is the best broccoli recipe ever. So easy to prepare. The lemon, garlic and Parmesan take the broccoli to the next level. Will be my go to recipe now for broccoli. Thank you!
Jennifer Mariano on 2024-06-29 (5 stars): I agree, Nagi! Definitely the BEST way to make broccoli. I slice my garlic instead, and up the quantity to 6 or 8 cloves. The result is sweet, crispy-edged caramelized pieces of garlic that really take this over the top.
Christine on 2024-05-09 (5 stars): Delicious, thank you Nagi
Jo B on 2024-05-08 (5 stars): A family favourite. My preteen boys love this way to cook broccoli.
Evie on 2024-04-13 (5 stars): Sooooo delicious! Thank you.
Kristin on 2024-02-04 (5 stars): Yum!! So easy and delicious. The perfect side to any main. This is a keeper.
Julie on 2023-12-04 (5 stars): I love the simplicity of this dish. It is a winner every time I make it
Carri on 2023-11-04 (5 stars): This is the best broccoli ever! My family asks for it all the time which always surprises me. Thanks so much!
Mia on 2023-06-26 (5 stars): This is my go to for side vegetables. I've actually become a bit of a broccoli fiend since finding this recipe. The Crispy garlic bits are the best. It's super easy, delicious and healthy!
David G on 2023-05-09 (5 stars): &had this broccoli last night with whiting fillets and your brown butter sauce. Simply stunning and so easy. No more boiled broccoli ever!
