Lemon roasted broccoli roasts up perfectly tender and packed full of vibrant fresh lemon flavor! This easy veggie side dish goes well with any dinner.
When all else fails for a veggie side dish, a good roasted broccoli recipe has always got your back!
Times that by 10 if we’re inviting all this fresh, lemony goodness to the party. Anyways, meet the side dish I’ll pair with pretty much anything and everything.
This recipe couldn’t really be easier to throw together and I almost feel wrong calling this a recipe! I’m talking minimal ingredient list, and only a 10-15 minute roast time. You could make this lemony goodness in your sleep!
This Roasted Broccoli Features…
- A perfectly tender roasted texture
- Lots of fresh lemon flavor from both fresh juice and zest
- A sprinkle of fresh herbs and garlic
Making the Broccoli
(scroll down to the bottom of the post for the full recipe)
Ingredients You Will Need
- Broccoli
- Olive oil
- Lemon
- Garlic
- Fresh herbs
Tips for Perfect Roasted Broccoli
- Cut broccoli in uniform pieces – aim for uniform 1-inch pieces so the broccoli roasts evenly.
- Roast broccoli in an even layer – this will ensure that the broccoli crisps up during roasting.
- Toss broccoli halfway through roasting – I like to do this step to ensure that the broccoli gets evenly browned.
- Add garlic, lemon zest, and herbs after roasting – adding these ingredients after roasting will preserve their flavor.
Recipe Variations
Try these ideas for a different twist on this broccoli.
- Use another citrus – try lime in place of the lemon.
- Roast with more veggies – try roasting diced sweet peppers, green beans, or zucchini with broccoli.
- Add cheese – sprinkle broccoli with a little grated Parmesan or asiago cheese before roasting.
Serving Suggestions
This broccoli is great served alongside a variety of main dishes! Try serving it alongside pastas, grilled steak, pork chops, salmon, rice pilaf, or use it as a salad or grain bowl topper.
Every inch of the roasted broccoli gets coated in seriously SO much fresh lemon juice and zest and wow, does it ever work its magic here.
I mean, please excuse me while I eat all this straight off the pan with zero guilt.
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Lemon Roasted Broccoli
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Ingredients
- 5 cups fresh 1-inch broccoli florets
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons freshly-squeezed lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 medium cloves garlic, crushed into a paste
- 1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon fresh minced dill or parsley
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400F and lightly grease a medium sheet pan. Toss broccoli, olive oil, lemon juice, and salt and pepper to taste together until evenly coated and arrange in a single layer on sheet pan.
- Roast broccoli at 400F 10-15 minutes, tossing broccoli once halfway through roasting until broccoli is tender. Remove broccoli from oven and toss garlic, lemon zest, and dill into broccoli until combined. Serve broccoli warm and enjoy!
Notes
Nutrition
This post was updated with new recipe adjustments and photos on 4/17/26.
Kaylin @ Enticing Healthy Eating says
Broccoli is one of my favorite veggies! I usually roast it in the oven with balsamic vinegar, olive oil, and a bit of salt. My favorite greek food is hummus of course!
Michelle { A Latte Food } says
As a child, I did not appreciate broccoli in all its glory. Since my discovery of its greatness, I have been trying to make up for all my lost time by eating it as much as possible, and this recipe is totally making the list! Amazing broccoli is totally a thang!
Sarah says
Haha! I was the same way when I was a kid. No broccoli for me please! Nowadays, I sing a completely different tune where broccoli is concerned. 😀
Ashley | The Recipe Rebel says
This looks perfect Saturday! Veggie Monday can totally be a thing IF there is ice cream as well 😉 I drive a hard bargain.
Sarah says
Haha! Why not have broccoli for an appetizer and ice cream for dinner?! 🙂
Kristi @ Inspiration Kitchen says
Oh my Sarah – I don’t think I’ve loved broccoli this much. My mouth literally WATERED at these photos. And you know me, I”m a savory lover, so I can see how these would be as good (or better) than ice cream! 🙂 Pinned.
Sarah says
You are too sweet, Kristi! Totally wish I could send ya a panful of this broccoli! xoxo 🙂
Danielle says
Why have I never thought to put lemon juice and zest on veggies?! This is kind of life changing and I’m so trying this!
Sarah says
Yes, it is totally life-changing!
Stacey @ Bake.Eat.Repeat. says
I haven’t had a lot of Greek food, but I love Greek salad. And I am most definitely trying this lemony broccoli soon because it looks pretty amazing!
Sarah says
Thanks Stacey! Let me know if you try this broccoli and what you think!
Izzy says
I’ve never heard of that cookbook before, but I’m obsessed with Greek food, so I need it in my life immediately!! I always just steam my broccoli, and rarely roast it, but now I’m thinking that is a huge mistake! I love all the lemon zest in here! Such a perfect side dish 🙂
Sarah says
Yeeeees!! You so need to hop onboard the roasted-broccoli train, Izzy! It’s a good place to be. 😀
Harriet Emily says
I’ve never actually tried the broccoli-lemon combo before – and I definitely have to now! This recipe looks absolutely delicious, so I will definitely have to try it out, thank you!! 🙂
Sarah says
Let me know if you make this broccoli, Harriet Emily! 🙂
TAMARA says
I CAN’T SAY WHAT MY FAVORITE GREEK FOOD IS BECAUSE I’M NOT SURE I HAVE EVERY HAD ANY. THIS LEMON BROCCOLI RECIPE LOOKS AMAZING I WILL BE MAKING IT TONIGHT FOR SUPPER. I JUST BROUGHT HOME BROCCOLI FROM FARMERS MARKET AND PICKED FRESH LEMONS FROM MY FRIENDS TREE YESTERDAY. I HAVE CHICKEN TO GO ALONG WITH IT. I’M SO EXCITED TO TRY THIS.
Sarah says
Let me know how your broccoli turns out, Tamara! It sounds like you have the makins’ for an awesome dinner! 🙂
Annette says
My favorite Greek food is Baklava!
Alison H. says
I love Pastitsio! So rich & decadent!
Alexandra robertson says
Does tzatziki count lol. I love spanikopita!
Francine says
My favourite Greek food is Spanakopita
Holly E says
I love Gyros.
Vickie says
LOVE Greek!!!
Like Baklava
Spinach Pie
Moussaka
Gyro
on and on!