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Oven Roasted Crispy Parmesan Smashed Broccoli

Close-up of crispy, baked smashed broccoli florets with a golden-brown crust on a white plate.
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Make this easy smashed broccoli recipe for a flavorful, crispy side dish. Tender broccoli florets are roasted until crisp and topped with garlic butter and Parmesan cheese.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large heads of broccoli, cut into uniform florets
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the broccoli florets and blanch for exactly 2 minutes until bright green but still firm. Immediately drain the broccoli and plunge it into an ice bath to stop the cooking process. Drain well and pat the florets very dry with paper towels.
  3. Place the dried broccoli on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil, then sprinkle with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Use the bottom of a sturdy glass or a meat mallet to gently smash each floret until it is flattened but still holds together.
  4. Roast for 15 minutes.
  5. While the broccoli roasts, prepare the garlic butter by mixing the melted butter and minced garlic in a small bowl.
  6. Remove the baking sheet from the oven. Brush the tops of the smashed broccoli generously with the garlic butter mixture. Sprinkle evenly with the grated Parmesan cheese.
  7. Return the baking sheet to the oven and roast for another 5 to 8 minutes, or until the edges are deeply browned and the Parmesan is crispy. Serve immediately as a quick dinner side.

Notes

  • Drying the broccoli thoroughly after blanching is key to achieving maximum crispness in your oven roasted vegetable recipes.
  • If you prefer a stronger garlic flavor, add 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder to the Parmesan topping before the final roast.
  • This dish works well as a low carb vegetable side or a healthy snack alternative to crispy vegetable chips.

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