How to Make Oven-Roasted Broccoli in Foil - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's nothing quite like the perfectly roasted vegetable, and broccoli is no exception. Tender, yet slightly crispy, oven-roasted broccoli in foil is a simple and delicious way to prepare this nutritious vegetable. Whether you're looking for a tasty side dish to accompany your main course, or a healthy snack to munch on, this recipe is sure to satisfy your palate.

What's great about this recipe is that it's incredibly easy to make. All you need are a few simple ingredients and a pie...

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound small broccoli florets
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • sea salt to taste
  • fresh ground black pepper to taste
  • ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Information

  • Prep Time: 5 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
  • Combine broccoli florets and olive oil in a bowl and toss to lightly coat. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Lay a large sheet of aluminum foil on a flat work surface. Transfer broccoli to the center of the sheet and fold edges in to create a sealed packet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. Remove packet from oven and open aluminum foil to expose broccoli. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
  • Return packet to the oven and continue baking until floret tips start to blacken and stalks are greenish-brown, about 10 minutes more.
  • Nutrition

    120 cal.

    • Total Fat: 9g
    • Saturated Fat: 2g
    • Cholesterol: 4mg
    • Sodium: 194mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 8g
    • Dietary Fiber: 3g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Vitamin C: 101mg
    • Calcium: 110mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 369mg