Oven Roasted Broccoli

This easy oven roasted broccoli recipe uses just broccoli, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Simply toss the florets in oil and seasonings, then roast until browned for a simple side dish that complements many main courses.

Prep
5 minutes
Cook
25 minutes
Total
30 minutes
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Ingredients

Serves/makes 4

Instructions

  1. 1.

    Preheat the oven to 400ºF.

  2. 2.

    Wash and chop the broccoli into bite-sized florets.

  3. 3.

    Spread the florets out onto a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper (you can skip the parchment for extra browning).

  4. 4.

    Drizzle the olive oil over the broccoli, then sprinkle with salt and pepper.

  5. 5.

    Toss the broccoli until it is fully and evenly coated in oil.

  6. 6.

    Roast the broccoli in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until it has achieved your desired level of browning, stirring once after about 15 minutes. Total roasting time may vary based on the size of the broccoli florets and the type of sheet pan used.

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Notes

  • Ensure the broccoli is well coated in oil.
  • Space the broccoli out on the baking sheet to prevent steaming and promote browning.
  • Avoid very large florets as they take longer to roast, reducing surface area for browning.

Adapted from Budget Bytes on July 17, 2025