Easy Seasoned Roasted Broccoli Recipe - Fresh or Frozen

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Easy Seasoned Roasted Broccoli Recipe - Fresh or Frozen

A roasted broccoli recipe that is incredibly easy, seasoned to perfection, and cooks in less than 20 minutes, transforming it into a delicious side dish.

Prep Time5

Cook Time20

Total Time25

Course: Side Dishes

Cuisine: American

Servings: servings

Calories: 86kcal

Author: Jami Boys

Equipment

medium baking tray

Ingredients

1 head broccoli about ¾ to 1 pound
OR
12-16 ounces frozen broccoli florets (not cut broccoli)
1 tablespoon olive oil or avocado oil
1 to 2 teaspoons all purpose basic seasoning (this recipe or seasoning of choice*)

Instructions

Roasting Fresh Broccoli

Heat oven to 425 degrees. Line a medium baking sheet with parchment or silicone.
Cut broccoli into even florets and place on prepared sheet. Drizzle with oil and sprinkle with seasoning - toss well (I usually use my hands).
Roast 17 to 20 minutes, tossing at the 10 minute mark, until stems are fork tender and edges are browning. Serve immediately.

Roasting Frozen Broccoli

Heat oven to 425 degrees and place an unlined pan inside to heat with the oven (this is KEY for crispy edges on frozen broccoli).
Add the frozen broccoli to a medium bowl - if any heads are really big, cut them so that they are mostly the same size for more even cooking. Toss with seasoning and olive oil.
Remove pan from oven once the temperature reaches 425 degrees and scatter the seasoned, frozen broccoli florets on the hot pan.
Return to oven and roast 18-25 minutes, or until browned with some edges crispy and fork-test tender, stirring at the halfway mark.

Notes

*Seasoning Options:

- Amazing Basic Spice Rub for Grilling & Roasting is my go-to seasoning because it's simple and hits all the flavor notes I like and goes with everything.
- Tex-Mex Spice Rub & Seasoning for a little spice.
- Mediterranean Spice Rub & Seasoning.
- Mix up your own: 1/2 teaspoon of sea salt, 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper, 1/4 teaspoon of onion powder, and a 1/4 teaspoon of garlic powder.

While I've found 425 degrees to be the best normal temperature to roast broccoli, you can easily roast at 400 or 450 degrees, just by varying the roasting time:

Roasted broccoli at 400 degrees: cook for 20-25 minutes (add 5 minutes from frozen).
Roasted broccoli at 450 degrees: cook for 15-17 minutes (add 3-4 minutes from frozen).

Storage: You can store roasted broccoli in an airtight container in the fridge for 4-5 days, making this a great meal-prep option. To reheat, simply microwave for 30 seconds or until warmed through or air fry for a minute.

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