Roasted Broccoli
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Roasted Broccoli
Description
This recipe focuses on roasting small broccoli florets tossed with olive oil, sea salt, and black pepper on a single-layer baking sheet to encourage crisping in a hot oven. The broccoli's moisture level is carefully managed by drying thoroughly before roasting to avoid steaming. Roasting at 400°F for about 20 minutes crisps the edges while keeping the interiors tender. Flipping halfway through helps even browning.
The straightforward seasoning allows the natural flavor of the broccoli to shine while the roasting develops a mild caramelized note. Optional additions like pine nuts or red chili flakes can add texture or a touch of heat if desired.
Roasted broccoli is suitable as a side dish for various proteins and main meals. It can be served warm or at room temperature. Using mostly florets instead of stalks improves taste and texture, while trimmed stalks can be used in slaws.
Ensuring broccoli pieces are similar size aids even cooking, and avoiding overcrowding prevents steaming, ensuring a crisp finish.
Ingredients
- 1 head broccoli cut into small florets
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- sea salt
- black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 200°C/180°C(fan)/400°F/Gas 6.
- Toss the broccoli florets with the oil, salt and pepper.
- Line a large baking tray with baking paper and spread the coated broccoli over the tray in a single layer.
- Roast for 20 minutes.
Notes
- Dry broccoli thoroughly after washing to achieve crispiness when roasting.
- Cut florets uniformly for even roasting; use mainly florets rather than stalks for better taste and texture.
- To add crunch, sprinkle pine nuts before serving.
- Sprinkle red chili flakes for a hint of heat.
- Avoid overcrowding the baking tray to prevent steaming instead of roasting.
- Flip broccoli halfway through cooking for even crisping.
- Use everything bagel seasoning for additional flavor before serving.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 114 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1portion | |
| Calories | 114kcal | 6% |
| Carbohydrates | 10g | 3% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 8g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Sodium | 50mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 480mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 947IU | 19% |
| Vitamin C | 136mg | 151% |
| Calcium | 72mg | 7% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
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