Parmesan Roasted Broccoli Easy, healthy side but full of flavor

Ingredients:

1. 4 to 5 pounds broccoli
2. 4 garlic cloves, peeled and thinly sliced
3. 6 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
4. 1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
5. 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
6. Zest of 1 lemon
7. 1/4 cup toasted pine nuts
8. 1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
9. 2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves, julienned

How to make it:

Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).

Toss broccoli florets with olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper; arrange on a baking sheet.

Roast for 20-25 minutes, or until crisp-tender and lightly browned.

Remove from oven; toss at once with lemon zest, Parmesan, pine nuts, and basil.

This Parmesan Roasted Broccoli is such a scrumptious nutritious side dish that pairs up so nicely with roasted meats or can be eaten on its own. The roasted garlic, lemon, and Parmesan make the broccoli simply irresistible.