Crispy Roasted Broccoli Base Recipe
This is one of our base recipes. If you think that you don’t like broccoli, then you have to try this crispy roasted broccoli base recipe. If you already like broccoli, get ready to like it even more!
Servings: 2 cups
Ingredients
- 1 ½ Tablespoons canola or avocado oil
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- 12 ounces broccoli florets (~1 large head with stems or 1 medium crown)
Additions to YOUR taste
- 2 Tablespoons chopped fresh herbs
- 1 small garlic clove, minced (~½ teaspoon)
- ⅛ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼-1 teaspoon spice(s)
- 1-2 Tablespoons grated or shredded cheese
- Sprinkle lemon juice and/or zest from half lemon
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375ºF.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine oil, salt, and optional hearty herbs, garlic, spices, and pepper.
- Break larger broccoli florets into smaller pieces and add to the bowl. Using a spatula, toss to evenly coat with oil mixture.
- Spread broccoli on a baking sheet in a single layer. Do not overcrowd the pan. Roast 16-18 minutes or until edges are brown and florets are easily pierced with a fork.
- Remove from the oven and garnish with optional fresh herbs, parmesan, lemon juice, and/or lemon zest to taste. Enjoy!
Notes
If using a head of broccoli that has a long stem, don’t throw the stem away! Peel the extra tough layers off, then dice the remaining stem into bite-sized pieces.