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Parmesan Roasted Broccoli & Cauliflower

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Last Updated on November 15, 2024 by Michelle Mundy

Bite sized, flavorful and crisp-tender Parmesan Roasted Broccoli & Cauliflower is a simple and delicious side for any meal!

Broccoli and cauliflower are both really good for you. When cooked properly they can also be delicious.

Roasting in a hot oven after tossing in a light garlic Parmesan seasoning creates a wonderful crust and adds additional flavor. The best part is that his side dish goes with anything!

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Ingredients for Parmesan Roasted Broccoli & Cauliflower in manufacturer packaging.

What you’ll need to make Parmesan Roasted Broccoli & Cauliflower

  • Broccoli & Cauliflower – fresh, cut into bite sized pieces. A total of 6 cups. You can use one or the other or both. Substitutions include broccoflower or brussels sprouts.

  • Onion – we use yellow onion but you may substitute white onion, red onion or purple onion, or leave it out completely if you choose.

  • Olive Oil – we prefer to use olive oil for this but canola oil can be used instead.

  • Parmesan Cheese – grated, fresh or “green shaker Parmesan” can be used for this recipe.

  • Garlic – fresh, minced. We use 3-4 cloves (about 1 tablespoon) but we like garlic. Feel free to add more or use less. Also, garlic can be thinly sliced or chopped rather than minced.

  • Kosher Salt & Ground Black Pepper – we love using kosher salt on vegetables but you can substitute regular iodized table salt if you prefer, just use a little less.


Finished Parmesan Roasted Broccoli & Cauliflower on a baking sheet before serving.

How to make Parmesan Roasted Broccoli & Cauliflower

Broccoli and cauliflower are packed full of vitamins, folates and fiber and are both really good for you but these vegetables aren’t always in regular rotation for most families.

This simple recipe for roasting them in the oven with some oil, garlic and Parmesan cheese transforms them into delicious little bites of savory goodness. A great way to get your family to eat them!

Olive oil, Parmesan cheese, miced garlic, kosher salt and pepper in a bowl prior to mixing.

Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F with the rack in the middle position. Prepare the vegetables and set aside.

In a large bowl, combine olive oil, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, kosher salt and pepper.

Combined cheese, garlic, oil and seasoning mixture with a whisk in a steel bowl.

Stir well until combined. The mixture may seem dry.

Tossing the vegetables in the seasoning mixture in the bowl with a wooden spoon.

Add prepared vegetables to the bowl and toss until well coated.

Spreading the seasoned vegetables on a large rimmed baking sheet.

Spread the mixture onto a rimmed baking sheet. If any of the cheese mixture remains in the bowl, spread it evenly over the top of the vegetables.

Stirring the Parmesan Roasted Broccoli & Cauliflower once during cooking with a spatula.

Roast in the oven for 17-20 minutes, stirring once.

Cook until veggies are crisp tender and just slightly browned. Serve immediately. Enjoy!

Finished Parmesan Roasted Broccoli & Cauliflower up close.

Other Delicious Side Dishes You May Like

Pan Fried Brussels Sprouts with Bacon – caramelized and crispy… and there’s bacon too!

Smashed Baby Potatoes with Garlic Oil – garlic infused crispy perfection.

Roasted Brown Sugar Acorn Squash – tender, delicious and packed full of fiber and vitamins.

Creamy Cucumber Salad – light and refreshing, the perfect summer side.

Air Fryer Roasted Baby Carrots – So simple – olive oil, garlic and dill. Yum!

Parmesan Roasted Broccoli and Cauliflower

Bite sized, flavorful and crisp-tender Parmesan Roasted Broccoli & Cauliflower is a simple and delicious side for any meal!
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Servings: 4
Course: Side Dish, Sides
Cuisine: American
Calories: 225
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups broccoli florets cut into bite sized pieces
  • 3 cups cauliflower florets cut into bite sized pieces
  • 1 medium onion cut into wedges
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese grated
  • 3-4 cloves garlic minced (about 1 tbsp)
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 tsp ground black pepper

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F with the rack in the middle position. Prepare the vegetables and set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, combine olive oil, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, kosher salt and pepper. Stir well until combined. The mixture may seem dry.
  3. Add prepared vegetables to the bowl and toss until well coated.
  4. Spread the mixture onto a rimmed baking sheet. If any of the cheese mixture remains in the bowl, spread it evenly over the top of the vegetables.
  5. Roast in the oven for 17-20 minutes, stirring once, until veggies are crisp tender and just slightly browned. Serve immediately. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 225kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 8gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 9mgSodium: 828mgPotassium: 504mgFiber: 4gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 525IUVitamin C: 100mgCalcium: 209mgIron: 1mg

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  • Michelle Mundy

    As a busy working mom with kids on the go, I know how important it is to be able to make simple and delicious meals using everyday ingredients.

    The recipes shared here are family friendly with easy to understand step by step instructions. Tried and true, from our family to yours.

    Welcome to The Recipe Bandit!

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