Roasted Broccoli Drizzled with Lemony Garlic Butter
Transform your weeknight vegetable game with this irresistible Roasted Broccoli Drizzled with Lemony Garlic Butter! This quick and easy side dish features tender, golden-brown broccoli florets roasted to perfection and elevated by a buttery garlic sauce infused with zesty lemon juice and fragrant lemon zest. With just a few simple ingredients like olive oil, fresh garlic, and a hint of parsley for garnish, this recipe is packed with wholesome flavors and comes together in under 30 minutes. Whether you're looking for a crowd-pleasing side or a vibrant addition to a healthy meal, this roasted broccoli recipe will impress with its crisp edges and bright, citrusy finish. Perfect for pairing with chicken, fish, or a hearty grain bowl, this dish is as versatile as it is delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds broccoli
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
Wash and dry the broccoli, then cut it into bite-sized florets. Ensure the pieces are roughly the same size to ensure even cooking.
Transfer the broccoli florets to the prepared baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil. Sprinkle with salt and black pepper, then toss everything together to coat evenly.
Spread the broccoli in a single layer on the baking sheet, ensuring the pieces aren’t crowded to promote proper roasting.
Roast the broccoli in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until it is tender and the edges are lightly charred.
While the broccoli is roasting, prepare the lemony garlic butter. Finely mince the garlic cloves.
In a small saucepan or skillet over medium heat, melt the butter. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Remove the butter from heat and stir in the lemon juice and zest. Taste and adjust the seasoning if desired.
Once the broccoli is roasted, transfer it to a serving dish and drizzle the lemony garlic butter evenly over the top.
If using, sprinkle chopped parsley over the dish for a fresh and vibrant garnish. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
861 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 66.5 g | 85% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.6 g | 128% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 93 mg | 31% | |
| Sodium | 2264 mg | 98% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 50.4 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.9 g | 64% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.7 g | ||
| Protein | 19.3 g | 39% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 362 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 5.4 mg | 30% | |
| Potassium | 2235 mg | 48% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
