Once you eat this Roasted Broccoli, you’ll never want it any other way! It’s so easy to make, crazy delicious, and goes great as a side dish with any meal.

It pairs perfectly with baked chicken breast, roast chicken, salisbury steak, meatloaf, or just about anything!

Best Roasted Broccoli Recipe

Hearing my kids say “please,” “thank you,” and “I love you” is music to my ears. Add “Mom, can you make roasted broccoli for dinner tonight?” to that list. Who would ever get tired of hearing that?! We affectionally refer to roasted broccoli as “broccoli crack” because it’s so addicting.

Know some kids (or even adults!) who don’t like broccoli? Roast some up and I bet you’ll convert them. You’ll end up with the best tasting side dish…and one that’s good for you. I often make some and eat it for lunch without anything else.

Ingredients Needed

This roasted broccoli recipe couldn’t be easier. You only need broccoli, olive oil, salt, and pepper. You could also sprinkle additional seasonings on your broccoli like thyme or oregano, or a generous helping of freshly grated Parmesan. But I love it simple. Roasting vegetables brings out the absolute best flavor – they really don’t need anything else.

How to Roast Broccoli

Roasting broccoli in the oven is so easy!
(Scroll below to the printable recipe card for details and measurements.)

1. Cut up the head of broccoli. You want medium-sized uniform florets.
2. Season. Scatter the florets on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray; drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper, to taste. Gently toss to get all the florets evenly coated.
3. Arrange in a single layer. Make sure the florets are in a single layer, laying flat.
4. Bake. Bake at 425F for 15-17 minutes, or until tender, tossing halfway through. (Test with a fork – should be tender, but al dente. And lightly browned. Don’t worry if you see some charring – those pieces are the best!)

Tips for Success

Here are some tips for making the best oven roasted broccoli.

• Cut the florets into medium-sized florets. Too small and they’ll burn.
• Cut the florets into uniform pieces. Making sure they’ll all the same size, allows them to cook the same.
• Place them onto the baking sheet in a single layer. Vegetables let off moisture as they cook and if they’re piled on top of one another they will steam and not roast.
• What temperature to roast broccoli? High heat for a shorter period of time is best and will get you crispy outside bits and a firm (but tender) inside.
• Toss halfway through cooking. This allows the florets to roast evenly and brown on all sides.
• How long to roast broccoli? Roast until the broccoli is tender and slightly crisp, about 15 to 17 minutes. Don’t over-cook the florets or they’ll be mushy and fall apart. You want them to be al dente and nicely browned around the edges – the charred pieces are the most delish!

Proper Storage

Any leftover cooked broccoli should be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator. It will keep for 3 to 5 days.

More Roasted Vegetables:

• Roasted Carrots
• Roasted Beets
• Parmesan Roasted Cauliflower
• Roasted Acorn Squash
• Roasted Green Beans

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