If you’re looking for a super easy side that goes with just about anything, make this!

Kids don’t usually beg for broccoli, at least not the kids I know.

If this were how broccoli was always served, I would beg for it too.

Roasted Broccoli with Parmesan in a bowl ready to serve

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it’s possible for you to even skip the lemon and cheese if you want.

The broccoli is great roasted on its own with some olive oil and salt.

But don’t skip the black pepper.

Ingredients for a roasted Broccoli recipe

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Okay, there’s a bit more to it, but not much.

We explain it all in a how-to.

Add more or less olive oil, lemon juice, salt, pepper, or Parmesan cheese to taste.

How to roast Broccoli on a sheet pan

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Sprinkle salt over the broccoli and toss to coat.

The browned bits are the best!

So don’t worry if you see some charring.

Broccoli on a sheet pan after roasting with Parmesan

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Be generous with the black pepper, broccoli loves it!

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Roasted Broccoli in a bowl after being seasoned with parmesan cheese

Simply Recipes / Mihaela Kozaric Sebrek