Description
A simple and healthy recipe for oven roasted broccoli that delivers crispy, flavorful florets with a cheesy twist from nutritional yeast. Perfect as a side dish or a nutritious snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Broccoli
- 2 crowns broccoli, cut into florets
Seasoning
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast
- Salt & Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400ºF to ensure it reaches the ideal temperature for roasting the broccoli to a perfect crispiness.
- Prepare the Broccoli: Place the broccoli florets on a sheet pan, drizzle evenly with olive oil, and toss them to ensure every floret is coated.
- Season the Broccoli: Sprinkle the nutritional yeast over the florets and toss again to coat them uniformly. Then spread the broccoli out in a single even layer on the baking tray. Season with salt and pepper according to your taste preferences.
- Roast the Broccoli: Place the sheet pan in the preheated oven and bake for 18 to 20 minutes or until the broccoli florets are browned and crisped to your liking.
- Serve: Once roasted, remove from the oven and serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Cut broccoli into similarly sized florets for even roasting.
- Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor without dairy, perfect for vegan diets.
- Adjust salt and pepper according to dietary needs.
- Watch closely in the last few minutes of baking to prevent burning.
- Serve hot for optimal flavor and texture.
