Description
This Oven Roasted Broccoli recipe features crisp-tender florets enhanced with a subtle cheesy flavor from nutritional yeast and perfectly seasoned with olive oil, salt, and pepper. It offers a simple, healthy, and flavorful side dish that comes together quickly with minimal prep and baking time.
Ingredients
Scale
Broccoli
- 2 crowns broccoli, cut into florets
Seasonings
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast
- Salt & Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400ºF to ensure it reaches the optimal temperature for roasting the broccoli evenly and achieving a nice, browned exterior.
- Prepare Broccoli: Place the broccoli florets on a sheet pan. Drizzle with olive oil and toss well to coat each piece thoroughly. Sprinkle the nutritional yeast over the broccoli, toss again for even coverage, and then spread the florets out into a single even layer on the tray. Finally, season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Roast Broccoli: Place the sheet pan in the preheated oven and roast for 18-20 minutes until the broccoli florets are browned to your preference. This roasting process brings out a rich, nutty flavor and a crisp texture. Serve immediately for best taste and texture.
Notes
- Cut broccoli florets into similar sizes to ensure even cooking.
- For extra crispiness, avoid overcrowding the pan.
- Nutritional yeast adds a vegan-friendly cheesy flavor but can be omitted if unavailable.
- Adjust salt and pepper based on your dietary preference.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven to retain crispness.
