Name: Magic Broccoli Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: American
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, to taste; Zest of half a lemon; 1 tbsp lemon juice; 2 tbsp freshly grated parmesan cheese, plus more for garnish

Magic Broccoli Recipe

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Magic Broccoli is a simple yet flavorful roasted broccoli dish with garlic, lemon, and parmesan that results in tender-crisp florets with crispy tips, perfect as a healthy side or snack.

Author: Susan
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Yield: 4 servings
Category: Side Dish
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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Main 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, to taste
Zest of half a lemon
1 tbsp lemon juice
2 tbsp freshly grated parmesan cheese, plus more for garnish

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Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 220°C/425°F (200°C fan) to ensure it’s hot enough for roasting the broccoli to crispy perfection.
Prepare Broccoli: Cut or break the broccoli into florets and pile them onto a baking tray. Include tender stem pieces if desired.
Toss with Seasonings: Drizzle the broccoli with extra virgin olive oil, scatter over the garlic, salt, and black pepper. Toss well using your fingers, tongs, or a large bowl to coat evenly, then spread the broccoli out in a single layer on the tray.
Roast Broccoli: Roast for 25 minutes in the oven until the tips are slightly browned and crispy, while the broccoli remains tender-crisp and not soft or floppy.
Finish and Serve: Remove the tray from the oven and immediately drizzle with lemon juice, sprinkle lemon zest and parmesan cheese. Toss quickly to combine, transfer to a serving plate, garnish with extra parmesan, and serve warm.

Notes

Use fresh broccoli for the best flavor and texture.
Adjust salt to taste and add black pepper according to spice preference.
For extra crispiness, make sure to spread broccoli in a single layer so it roasts evenly.
To save prep time, garlic can be minced instead of sliced.
If parmesan is not available, a sprinkle of nutritional yeast can work for a cheesy flavor.
Lemon zest and juice added after roasting brighten the flavor with fresh acidity.

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