Ingredients:

  • 1.5 lbs broccoli florets, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 medium lemon
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt
  • 1/4 tsp cracked black pepper

Instructions:

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, toss the broccoli florets with olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper, ensuring every nook and cranny of the florets is evenly coated.
  3. Spread the broccoli in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet, ensuring no florets are overlapping to prevent steaming.
  4. Roast for 12–15 minutes until the edges are mahogany-colored and smell toasted, while the stems remain vibrant green.
  5. Remove the tray from the oven and immediately sprinkle with lemon zest and the juice of half a lemon; toss gently to coat.