Simple Garlic Parmesan Broccoli

# What You Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1.5 pounds fresh broccoli, cut into florets

02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil

→ Seasonings

03 - 3 cloves garlic, finely minced

04 - 0.5 teaspoon sea salt

05 - 0.25 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Toppings

06 - 1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese

07 - Zest of half a lemon (optional)

08 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Set the oven temperature to 425°F and prepare a baking sheet by lining it with parchment paper or aluminum foil.

02 - In a large bowl, combine broccoli florets with olive oil, minced garlic, sea salt, and black pepper, tossing until evenly coated.

03 - Spread the broccoli florets in a single layer on the lined baking sheet to ensure even roasting.

04 - Place the baking sheet in the oven and roast the broccoli for 18 to 20 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until edges are crisp and florets are tender.

05 - Remove the broccoli from the oven and immediately sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese, gently tossing to coat.

06 - Transfer to a serving dish, garnish with lemon zest and chopped parsley if desired, and serve warm.

# Expert Tips:

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The edges get crispy and caramelized while the stems stay tender, giving you two textures in every bite.
Garlic and Parmesan turn a plain vegetable into something you actually crave, not just tolerate.
It takes less than half an hour from start to finish, so you can have a real side dish ready even on a busy weeknight.

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Crowding the pan traps steam and turns the broccoli soggy, so use two sheets if you need to and give each floret its own space.
Add the Parmesan after roasting, not before, or it will burn and turn bitter in the high heat.
Stir halfway through to prevent the garlic from scorching on the pan and to ensure even browning on all sides.

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