Crack Broccoli Recipe
Crisp roasted broccoli tossed with olive oil, garlic, lemon, ranch seasoning, and almonds, then finished with parmesan cheese for a flavorful side dish.
6 Servings
Ingredients
- 2.5 lbs broccoli crowns cut into florets
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 1/2 tablespoon lemon zest
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- Dash of red pepper flakes
- 1 1/2 teaspoons ranch seasoning powder
- 5 cloves garlic minced
- 1/4 cup raw sliced almonds
- 1/3 cup grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 450°F (232°C). Prepare a large, rimmed baking sheet.
- Prepare the broccoli. Wash thoroughly and cut the crowns into uniform, bite-sized florets to ensure even roasting.
- Mix the seasoning. In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, red pepper flakes, ranch seasoning powder, and minced garlic until combined.
- Coat the broccoli. Add the broccoli florets to the bowl and toss until evenly coated with the mixture.
- Roast initially. Spread the seasoned broccoli in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Roast in the oven for 10–12 minutes.
- Add almonds. Remove the pan from the oven, turn the broccoli, and sprinkle with sliced almonds. Return to the oven and roast for an additional 5–10 minutes, watching carefully to prevent the almonds from burning.
- Finish with cheese. Remove from the oven and immediately sprinkle with grated parmesan cheese. Serve hot.
Notes
This recipe is naturally gluten-free. Ensure that the ranch seasoning powder and parmesan cheese are certified gluten-free, as some brands may contain additives or cross-contamination risks.