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Easy Lemony Broccoli Recipe

Sarah Remmer, RD
This tasty, healthy and easy lemony broccoli makes for a great summer side dish.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course Dinner
Cuisine American

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 lb fresh broccoli rinsed and cut into small florets
  • 3-4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil or canola oil
  • 1 lemon oil of and zest of
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 400 F (I have not tried this recipe on the BBQ but I'm sure you could do this in tin foil on the BBQ instead).
  • Place broccoli in a large bowl and drizzle oil and the juice of your lemon on top. Toss.
  • Spread broccoli evenly onto a baking sheet covered with parchment paper. Lightly season with salt and pepper.
  • Place in your hot oven (or on BBQ) and let cook for 7 minutes, flip broccoli and let cook for another 5-7 minutes
  • Remove from oven and sprinkle lemon zest on top and allow to cool for 2-3 minutes before serving
Keyword healthy side dish, lemon broccoli
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