I am learning to be a fan of vegetables. Growing up, we generally only had canned corn, canned green beans, or carrots and potatoes as part of a stew (sometimes even parsnips!). One of my big challenges has been to incorporate more fruits and vegetables into my diet.
My friend Marge gave me this recipe for Roasted Broccoli – and I absolutely love it! It’s a whole different texture than frozen cooked or steamed brocolli – much more flavorful and easier for me to chew. Hope you enjoy it too!
Roasted Broccoli:
1 head broccoli, cut into individual florets (discard stems or save for another dish)
Olive Oil
Lemon Pepper
2-3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
Mrs. Dash seasoning
Salt and Pepper to taste
PREHEAT OVEN to 400 degrees.
1) Cut the head of broccoli into individual florets, cutting each floret in half if they are too large. You want pieces that are about even in size.
2) Toss the cut broccoli with 1-2 TBSP olive oil (to taste), and season with lemon pepper, garlic, Mrs. Dash, and salt/peper (if desired).
3) Layer seasoned broccoli in a single layer on a baking sheet. Roast at 400 degrees for 15-25 minutes until broccoli is browned and crunchy.
NOTE: this dish is best served hot, right out of the oven. You can spritz the broccoli with some fresh lemon juice, if desired, or sprinkle on some parmesan cheese to vary the flavors a bit.
Enjoy!
