• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
always use butter
  • Recipes
  • Air Fryer Resources
  • Subscribe!
  • About
  • Contact
menu icon
go to homepage
  • Recipes
  • Air Fryer Resources
  • Subscribe!
  • About
  • Contact
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
  • subscribe
    search icon
    Homepage link
    • Recipes
    • Air Fryer Resources
    • Subscribe!
    • About
    • Contact
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
  • ×
    Home » Side dishes

    Garlic Roasted Broccoli

    By Emmeline Kemperyd on July 5, 2022, updated July 5, 2022 - 18 Comments

    Total time: 25 minutes minutes
    Prep time: 5 minutes minutes
    5 from 9 votes
    Jump to Recipe

    This crispy & delicious Garlic Roasted Broccoli will be your new favorite side! It's healthy and vegan and is done in 25 minutes together with just a little bit of prep.

    closeup of garlic roasted broccoli
    Jump to:
    • Why you will love this recipe
    • What you need to make it
    • How to make it
    • Tips & tricks
    • Recipe FAQ
    • Serving suggestions
    • More quick & easy side dishes
    • Recipe
    • Reviews

    I always had a hard time eating broccoli, until I created this delicious recipe for Garlic Roasted Broccoli. How so simple ingredients can make broccoli taste so good, I don't know - but this is the best way you can ever have this veggie.

    Save This Recipe Form

    Want to save this recipe?

    Enter your email below & we'll send it straight to your inbox. Plus you’ll get more great recipes from us each week!

    Why you will love this recipe

    • Its so easy to make - limited prep and then it roasts itself
    • It's quick and all done in 25 minutes
    • So tasty! Ever had kale chips? Well, this is like the dinner version of that - loaded with crispy, salty & earthy flavor!
    • It's so good for you! Broccoli is packed with loads of essential vitamins, fibers and antioxidants.
    • No waste! You use the whole broccoli for this recipe, for minimum waste.

    What you need to make it

    garlic roasted broccoli ingredients

    Ingredient notes & substitutions

    • Garlic can be skipped for a subtler but equally crispy roasted broccoli
    • Olive oil can be swapped for another type of vegetable oil
    • Salt - the amount can be varied. This version is a bit salty, if you're sensitive to this then reduce the amount.

    How to make it

    collage showing how to season broccoli
    1. Separate the broccoli florets into bite-size pieces, and peel the stem and slice it into pieces ⅕ of an inch thick (½ centimeter). Place in a bowl.
    2. Slice the garlic as thin as possible, and add to the broccoli
    3. Drizzle with olive oil
    4. Add salt
    collage showing broccoli before and after baking
    1. Add ground black pepper
    2. Mix together using your hands, and massage the broccoli while mixing to really get the seasoning in there
    3. Spread out on a baking tray in a single layer
    4. Cook in the middle of the oven at 400°F (200°C) for 20 minutes, until browned at the edges

    Tips & tricks

    • Change up the seasoning! Try lemon pepper or something else you have at home - and find your own favorite.
    • A squeeze of lemon juice adds a fresh touch. Especially great if serving with fish or seafood!
    • Don't make the broccoli florets too small or they will be overcooked before they're crisp - you want a good size for a forkful, but not smaller than that
    • Cook in a single layer for ultimate crisp
    • Cook time will vary with your oven and the size of the broccoli pieces. Keep an eye on them and remove them when they have nice, brown edges!
    • Store leftovers in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 4 days - the crispiness will go, but the taste will stay
    • Eat leftover broccoli cold, either as a side or added to salads
    • Heat leftover broccoli in the microwave in 30 second increments or for 5 minutes in a frying pan over medium heat
    • Freeze leftovers for up to 3 months. Same here, the texture will change but they will still be delicious.
    top view of an oven tray with garlic roasted broccoli

    Recipe FAQ

    Is roasted broccoli healthy?

    Broccoli is one of the healthiest veggies, and since you're roasting it with just a little bit of olive oil you get all the health benefits without adding any bad stuff.

    Can I make this with frozen broccoli?

    Yes, you can - the color and texture will be a little bit different, but it's still delicious. It might need a few more minutes in the oven.

    Can I use broccoli that has started to turn yellow?

    Yes, absolutely! Broccoli turning yellow is a sign that it's wilting, but it doesn't mean it's gone bad. Smell it and see - if it smells like broccoli, it's fine.

    If a big part of the broccoli has turned yellow it might be a bit bitter. I then recommend removing any parts with a lot of yellow and using the rest.

    closeup of a piece of garlic roasted broccoli on a fork

    Serving suggestions

    Not sure what to serve this Garlic Roasted Broccoli with? Here are some of my favorite ways of eating it!

    • Next to a rib eye steak
    • With lemon pepper salmon
    • As a side for feta stuffed chicken
    • Dipped in whipped feta cheese
    • As a side for duck with orange sauce
    • With lemon & basil grilled chicken
    • For Thanksgiving dinner
    • As a healthy component of your Christmas spread
    taking a piece of garlic roasted broccoli from an oven tray with a fork

    More quick & easy side dishes

    Looking for more quick & easy side dishes, like this Garlic Roasted Broccoli?

    • Creamy French Potato Salad
    • Creamy Rice [with Vegan Option]
    • Air Fryer Sweet Potatoes with Cinnamon
    • Garlicky Smashed Potatoes with Parmesan cheese
    • Arugula Salad with Sun-dried Tomatoes & Honey Lemon Vinaigrette

    Did you love this recipe? Rate it five stars!
    ...and let me know what you loved about it in the comments.

    Recipe

    closeup of garlic roasted broccoli

    Garlic Roasted Broccoli

    5 from 9 votes
    Print Pin Rate
    Course: Side Dish
    Cuisine: North American
    Diet: Gluten Free, Low Lactose, Vegan, Vegetarian
    Servings: 4
    Calories: 137kcal
    Prep time: 5 minutes mins
    Cook time: 20 minutes mins
    Total time: 25 minutes minutes
    Author: Emmeline Kemperyd
    Prevent your screen from going dark

    Ingredients

    • 2 heads broccoli 1 head weighs about ½ lb (225 g)
    • 3 garlic cloves sliced thin
    • 1 teaspoon salt
    • ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
    • 2 tablespoon olive oil

    Instructions

    • Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
    • Divide the broccoli florets into bite-size pieces. Cut off the final, ugly, part of the stem, then peel the stem and slice it â…• of an inch (50 mm) thick.
      2 heads broccoli
    • Place the broccoli florets and sliced stem in a large mixing bowl together with the sliced garlic. Add olive oil, salt and black pepper and mix well. Use your hands and massage the broccoli pieces.
      3 garlic cloves, 1 teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon ground black pepper, 2 tablespoon olive oil
    • Spread the broccoli and garlic out on top of the baking sheet and bake in the middle of the oven for 20 minutes. Serve!

    Equipment (may contain affiliate links)

    • Baking tray
    • Kitchen knife*
    • Chopping board*
    • Measuring spoons*
    • Mixing bowl*
    • Potato peeler or pairing knife*

    Video

    Notes

     

    Ingredient notes & substitutions

    • Garlic can be skipped for a subtler but equally crispy roasted broccoli
    • Olive oil can be swapped for another type of vegetable oil
    • Broccoli - you can use frozen broccoli, but the color & texture will be a bit different
     

    Tips & tricks

    • Mix it up and try lemon pepper instead of black pepper - or something else you have at home - and find your own favorite!
    • A squeeze of lemon (Just a squeeze! We still want the broccoli to come out crispy.) adds a fresh touch. Especially great if serving with fish or seafood!
    • Don't make the broccoli florets too small or they will be overcooked before they're crisp - you want a good size for a forkful, but not smaller than that
    • Cook time will vary with your oven and the size of the broccoli pieces. Keep an eye on them and remove them when they have nice, brown edges!
    • Store leftovers in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 4 days - the crispiness will go, but the taste will stay
    • Eat leftover broccoli cold, either as a side or added to salads
    • Heat leftover broccoli in the microwave in 30 second increments or for 5 minutes in a frying pan over medium heat
    • Freeze leftovers for up to 3 months. Same here, the texture will change but they will still be delicious.
     

    Nutrition

    Calories: 137kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 537mg | Potassium: 969mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 1895IU | Vitamin C: 272mg | Calcium: 146mg | Iron: 2mg

    Nutritional information is approximate and automatically calculated, and should only be viewed as an indication.

    Did you make this? Tag me today!Tag @alwaysusebutter and use the hashtag #alwaysusebutter!

    More Side Dish Recipes

    • Buffalo mac and cheese.
      Buffalo Mac and Cheese
    • Sour cream mashed potatoes.
      Sour Cream Mashed Potatoes
    • Gorgonzola mac and cheese.
      Gorgonzola Mac and Cheese (Dump-and-Bake!)
    • Ranch coleslaw.
      Ranch Coleslaw

    About Emmeline Kemperyd

    Emmeline Kemperyd is a writer, food blogger, recipe creator and food photographer and the founder of alwaysusebutter.com. She has 20+ years experience creating and simplifying recipes so they taste good, and are quick, easy, and approachable. She is a regular contributor to MSN and her work has been featured by The Guardian, Well+Good, Vulture, SheKnows, Good Men Project, and The Feed Feed, among others.

    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. Derrick

      May 12, 2022 at 11:56 pm

      Too salty. Needs less salt

      Reply
      • Emmeline Kemperyd

        June 06, 2022 at 6:26 am

        Hi Derrick, sorry to hear that. For me it's the perfect amount but I suggest just use a bit less next time if you prefer it less salty. /Emmeline

        Reply
    2. Byron Thomas

      October 23, 2019 at 1:51 am

      5 stars
      I was looking for something new to do with roasted broccoli, and guess what!? - I found this recipe on Pinterest and it's exactly the same as the roasted broccoli I already make. Hahaha! I guess there's no way to improve on an already perfect recipe.

      Reply
      • Emmeline Kemperyd

        October 23, 2019 at 6:02 pm

        Haha great minds think alike! If you find an even better version please let me know I will be very interested!

        Reply
    3. Cheese Curd In Paradise

      October 22, 2019 at 2:45 am

      5 stars
      My family loves this recipe! We are garlic lovers, and the flavor with the broccoli is so so so delicious. I love this for an easy weekday side.

      Reply
      • Emmeline Kemperyd

        October 23, 2019 at 6:04 pm

        So happy to hear that! Thank you for commenting!

        Reply
    4. Jessica Formicola

      October 21, 2019 at 9:51 pm

      5 stars
      This is the absolute BEST way to make broccoli! Thanks so much for sharing the recipe!

      Reply
      • Emmeline Kemperyd

        October 23, 2019 at 6:05 pm

        It sure is! Thank you for commenting & rating!

        Reply
    5. Courtney | Love & Good Stuff

      October 21, 2019 at 9:50 pm

      5 stars
      This is my families favourite way to eat broccoli - and I agree, a little bit of lemon juice really adds to the flavour!

      Reply
      • Emmeline Kemperyd

        October 23, 2019 at 6:06 pm

        Same here! I put lemon on everything so yes of course on my broccoli as well 😉

        Reply
    6. Denay DeGuzman

      October 21, 2019 at 9:47 pm

      5 stars
      When it comes to delicious healthy veggies, I'm a big fan of broccoli. Your special recipe with roasted garlic looks amazing. I'll be trying this tonight!

      Reply
      • Emmeline Kemperyd

        October 23, 2019 at 6:06 pm

        Same here!! Let me know how it turns out! 😀

        Reply
    7. Traci

      October 21, 2019 at 9:44 pm

      5 stars
      Why do I not make this more often?! Such an easy, healthy recipe that goes with EVERYTHING! Thanks for another winner!

      Reply
      • Emmeline Kemperyd

        October 23, 2019 at 6:07 pm

        Haha right?! Such a great side for the colder months when you don't want a cold salad. And thank you for the kind words!! <3

        Reply
    8. Beth

      October 21, 2019 at 9:04 pm

      5 stars
      This looks fabulous! I think I could even get my non veggie loving kiddos to gobble these up!

      Reply
      • Emmeline Kemperyd

        October 23, 2019 at 6:07 pm

        That's the ultimate test, right?! Thank you for commenting & rating, Beth!

        Reply
    9. Carina

      October 21, 2019 at 8:40 pm

      Love roasted veg, love broccoli, adore garlic (in just about anything!), looks delicious and so healthy too!

      Reply
      • Emmeline Kemperyd

        October 23, 2019 at 6:07 pm

        Thank you Carina, same here!!

        Reply
    5 from 9 votes (2 ratings without comment)

    Leave a Reply Cancel reply

    Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

    Recipe Rating




    This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

    Primary Sidebar

    Hi, I'm Emmeline! I love tasty food, but I'm always in a hurry. And I have the quick and easy recipes to prove it!

    More about me →

    Popular Recipes

    • Sliced air fryer roast beef.
      Air Fryer Roast Beef

    • top down view of a tortellini casserole
      Cheesy Tortellini Casserole with Spinach

    • Creamy Chicken Broccoli Pasta Bake [Dump and bake!]

    • sliced rib eye steak topped with salt
      How to Cook a Rib Eye Steak Without a Cast Iron Skillet (3 Methods)

    Popular Articles

    • Salmon asparagus pasta salad.
      19 Easy Pasta Salads That Are Perfect for Meal Prep

    • A bowl of cheeseburger soup.
      24 Simple Crockpot Meals That Make Weeknight Dinners a Breeze

    • Potato soup with ham.
      21 Slow Cooker Dinners Your Family Will Love

    • Gnocchi with bacon and mushrooms.
      23 Dump-And-Bake Dinners for When You’re Too Tired to Cook

    We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.

    All affiliate links are always marked with "*" or "affiliate".

    Footer

    ↑ back to top

    A collage of sites where always use butter content has been featured.

    About

    • About
    • Privacy Policy
    • Terms and Conditions
    • Disclaimer
    • Disclosures
    • Editorial Policy
    • Accessibility Policy

    Newsletter

    • Sign Up!

    Contact

    • Contact
    • info@alwaysusebutter.com
    • Pink Giraffe Ventures AB, Runstens Byväg 51, 147 91 Grödinge, Sweden
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest

    Copyright © 2018-2025 Pink Giraffe Ventures AB

    Rate This Recipe

    Your vote:




    A rating is required
    A name is required
    An email is required

    Recipe Ratings without Comment

    Something went wrong. Please try again.