Roasted Broccoli with Garlic, Red Pepper Flakes, and Honey Recipe
This roasted broccoli recipe delivers tender florets with a perfect balance of garlic, honey, and a hint of spice. The broccoli is first steamed under foil to ensure the stems cook through, then roasted to achieve a crispy, caramelized finish. It’s a simple, flavorful side dish ideal for any meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 28 minutes
- Total Time: 38 minutes
- Yield: 4-6 servings 1x
- Category: Sides
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Broccoli
- 2 bags broccoli florets (about 6–8 cups)
Seasoning & Sauce
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
- 2 tbsp honey
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (204°C) to prepare for roasting the broccoli.
- Prepare broccoli by ensuring all the florets are small, cutting any large pieces in half, then placing them in a large mixing bowl.
- Make the garlic-honey oil by warming olive oil in a small pot over medium heat. Add minced garlic and cook for about 1 minute until fragrant. Then turn off the heat and stir in red pepper flakes and honey until combined.
- Coat the broccoli with the garlic-honey oil mixture, tossing thoroughly so every floret is evenly coated. Season generously with salt and pepper. Spread broccoli in a single layer on a large parchment-lined baking sheet, leaving space between florets. Cover the tray tightly with foil.
- Steam the broccoli by baking covered for 18 minutes; the foil trap steams the broccoli, ensuring the stems cook through without drying out.
- Roast uncovered by removing the foil and returning the pan to the oven. Roast for an additional 10 minutes to let the broccoli crisp and caramelize.
- Serve immediately after roasting for the best texture and flavor.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, spread the florets with enough space and avoid overcrowding the pan.
- Adjust red pepper flakes to increase or decrease spiciness according to preference.
- Leftovers can be reheated in a skillet or oven to retain crispness.
- Try adding a squeeze of lemon juice or a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese after roasting for extra flavor.
- This recipe is easily doubled or halved depending on servings needed.
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