Balsamic Roasted Broccoli

Balsamic Roasted Broccoli is a quick and easy side dish made with tender, crispy broccoli florets tossed in a simple homemade glaze made with just 5 ingredients. This low maintenance recipe takes just 25 minutes to make, and most of that time is spent in the oven.

Roasted Broccoli is one of our favorite easy side dishes to make, but add a balsamic vinegar glaze and you’ve turned that side into something even more flavorful, delicious, and mouthwatering. It requires very little seasoning thanks to the balsamic glaze and pairs well with everything from chicken to beef to fish. It's a one side fits all!

Why You'll Love this Balsamic Roasted Broccoli

• Sweet and savory flavor. The combination of the tangy balsamic vinegar and the salty parmesan cheese create a perfectly balanced flavor that will win over veggie haters. Plus, you can easily recreate the flavor profile and use it for all your favorite roasted vegetable dishes!
• They have the best texture. This oven baked broccoli are crisp on the edges, yet soft and tender inside. You could even crisp them up more by turning on the broiler for a few minutes if you want.
• Perfect side for any occasion. Because it’s so simple, flavorful, and only requires 5 minutes of active prep work, this broccoli is a wonderful side dish for any and every occasion. Just prep it and pop it in the oven while you work on the rest of the meal! Perfect for busy weeknights, but also a stress-free side for fancy dinner parties.
• Can easily be made vegan. If you need a vegan side option for a dinner guest or family member, you only need to make one easy swap to make this dish fully vegan without losing much flavor. Check out the ingredient notes below for details.

Ingredient Notes

To make quick and easy Balsamic Roasted Broccoli, you will need the following ingredients (full measurements in recipe card below):

• broccoli - We prefer fresh broccoli florets for this recipe but you could accomplish a similar result with frozen broccoli florets. You’ll get perfectly roasted broccoli either way, but you may need to add a few minutes to the roasting time if you use frozen.
• olive oil - avocado oil or another neutral oil with a high smoke point will work in place of the olive oil.
• balsamic vinegar - if you’re out of balsamic vinegar, red wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar will yield a similar flavor.
• garlic powder
• salt and pepper
• parmesan cheese - the parmesan is completely optional and is added after cooking for flavor. Omit it if you have lactose sensitivity or if you’d like to make a completely vegan version of the recipe. You can also use a vegan parmesan-style cheese substitute instead.

You will also need measuring cups and spoons, a mixing bowl, and a large half sheet baking pan.

How to Make the Best Balsamic Roasted Broccoli

1. Prep. Preheat the oven to 375F and position the oven rack in the top position.
2. Season broccoli. In a large mixing bowl, add broccoli, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Toss to combine until the broccoli is well coated.

3. Bake. Arrange the broccoli in a single layer on a large half sheet baking pan. Bake until tender and lightly browned, about 20 minutes.

4. Serve. Sprinkle with parmesan and serve with a drizzle of extra balsamic vinegar on top if desired.

How to Serve

Balsamic Roasted Broccoli can be served with almost anything — whether you are serving it with a simple weeknight dinner or a fancy dinner party. Some dinner entrees that we like to serve these veggies with are:

• Homemade Hamburger Helper
• Salmon Bites
• Pecan Crusted Chicken
• Baked Ravioli
• Prime Rib Roast
• Garlic Butter Shrimp
• Oven Baked Chicken Breast

Storing and Freezing Instructions

How to Store

Once cooled to room temperature, place leftover roasted broccoli in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 5 days.

How to Reheat

Reheat leftover veggies in a 300 F preheated oven, air fryer, or toaster oven for 5-10 minutes until hot and crispy. You can also reheat in the microwave but it may loose its crispy texture.

How to Freeze

Transfer the broccoli to a freezer-safe container or freezer bag and freeze for up to 3 months. For the best texture, allow it to thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating and serving.

More Broccoli Recipes

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• Air Fryer Broccoli
• Light Cream of Broccoli Soup
• Roasted Broccoli Grilled Cheese
• Microwave Steamed Broccoli
• Broccoli Cheese Casserole

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