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Roasted broccoli recipe in oven for easy and quick vegan side dish

Oven Roasted Broccoli Recipe (Easy Vegan Side Dish)

Marinela Malcheva
This oven-roasted broccoli recipe is an easy vegan side dish or appetizer that wonderfully complements your lunch or dinner meal. It's the best healthy and super flavorful baked broccoli dish you'll surely love!
5 from 6 votes
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Appetizer, Side Dish, Snack, Starter
Cuisine dairy-free, Gluten-free, Mediterranean-inspired, Vegan
Servings 4 servings
Calories 139 kcal

Equipment

  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Baking sheet

Ingredients
  

  • 32 oz (900 gr) broccoli 1 big head or 7 cups chopped into evenly sized florets (halved)
  • 2 tablespoon olive oil extra virgin
  • ½ teaspoon salt or more to taste
  • ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice optional, for serving
  • 1 teaspoon cruched red pepper flakes optional, for serving

Instructions
 

  • First, preheat the oven to 400°F / 200°C and line a large baking tray with parchment paper. Cut the broccoli head into long-stemmed florets shape. Try to cut them as similar in size as possible for even cooking (no need to be perfect).
    Chopped broccoli florets on wooden cutting board with purple knife
  • Next, place chopped broccoli pieces into the baking sheet, drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Using your hands, gently mix everything until the florets are evenly coated with oil and seasonings. Spread them in one layer with a little space between them.
    Chopped broccoli florets on wooden cutting board seasoned with salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • Finally, roast them at 400°F / 200°C for 20-23 minutes, or until the florets are tender (NOT mushy), and the edges and stems are goldenbrown and nicely charred. Make sure to stir once halfway through the roasting time. Please note that all ovens bake differently, so make sure to check your broccoli frequently to prevent burning. Also, the size of the florets will affect the roasting time (smaller florets=short baking time, larger florets=longer baking time).
    Warm oven roasted broccoli layered on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper with fresh lemon and seasonings.
  • For the best texture and flavor, serve immediately while still warm. I love to brighten up mine with a fresh squeeze of lemon and dust of crushed red pepper flakes or dip them in a creamy homemade vegan ranch dressing. Perfectlyirresistible! I'm craving a portion right now :)
    Healthy vegan side dish-oven roasted broccoli meal decorated with fresh lemon slices

Notes

  • For the best slightly crispy texture, make sure to let broccoli florets dry well after giving them a rinse
  • Always heat the oven before roasting your broccoli to achieve that caramelized edges
  • Don't overcrowd the pan and let each piece have contact with the hot surface of the sheet
  • You can adjust seasonings as per taste

Nutrition

Calories: 139kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 6gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 366mgPotassium: 718mgFiber: 6gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1414IUVitamin C: 202mgCalcium: 107mgIron: 2mg
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