This Roasted Broccoli with Vegan Parmesan is a simple yet flavorful vegetable side dish that requires minimal prep with a few ingredients. If you’re looking for a quick, tasty, and healthy broccoli recipe, this will become your new favorite!
Making this recipe requires simple pantry staples and comes together in minutes. Roasted Broccoli with Vegan Parmesan is crisp on the edges, tender inside, and coated with a deliciously savory Parmesan-style topping.
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Crispy Roasted Broccoli with Vegan Parmesan
I'm personally not a fan of raw broccoli in salads, but I absolutely love broccoli when it's steamed, sauteed, or roasted until tender and flavorful. It's one of my favorite vegetables to serve as a simple side dish or to mix into pasta, grain bowls, or warm salads.
While a quick stir-fry with a little salt and pepper works on busy days, there are times when I want something more seasoned, savory, and satisfying.
This Roasted Broccoli with Vegan Parmesan is the perfect solution. It's an easy, healthy, and flavor-packed vegetable side dish that requires minimal prep and cooks in about 20 minutes.
Fresh broccoli florets are tossed with olive oil, spices, and homemade vegan Parmesan cheese, then roasted in the oven until golden, lightly crisp on the edges, and beautifully caramelized. The vegan Parmesan adds a deliciously cheesy, nutty, and savory coating without any dairy.
Making the vegan Parmesan is super easy, and you can find the recipe here: Vegan Parmesan Cheese (3 Ingredients).
You can choose to steam the broccoli first for a softer, more tender texture, or roast it directly for crispier florets. Both versions turn out delicious, and the recipe is naturally vegan, dairy-free, gluten-free, and perfect for healthy everyday meals.
This versatile side dish pairs well with pasta, rice, quinoa, soups, sandwiches, or any cozy weeknight dinner. It's also a great way to add more vegetables to your plate without much effort.
For the best flavor, serve the roasted broccoli warm straight from the oven while the edges are still crisp.
Whether you're looking for a quick vegetable side, a plant-based recipe to add to your meal rotation, or an easy way to make broccoli taste amazing, this Roasted Broccoli with Vegan Parmesan will become a go-to in your kitchen.
Why You Will Love This Recipe
- Making the Roasted Broccoli with Vegan Parmesan is fast and easy.
- The recipe is for crispy, cheesy, dairy-free roasted broccoli.
- It is a healthy and nutritious veggie side dish.
- It can be customized by adding more spices, herbs, bread crumbs, or lemon.
- Pairs beautifully with almost everything-pasta, pizza, bowls, curries, and more.
Ingredients and Notes
- Broccoli: Use fresh and tender broccoli for this recipe. Cut the broccoli into bite-sized florets for even, quick cooking.
- Oil: I use extra-virgin olive oil, but you can use any cooking oil.
- Vegan Parmesan Cheese: I like to use this homemade version for this recipe, Vegan Parmesan Cheese (3 Ingredients). However, if you prefer, you can use store-bought vegan Parmesan.
- Salt and Pepper: Start by adding salt and pepper as directed in the recipe, then adjust to your taste.
- Paprika: I like to add a touch of paprika; it’s optional, so you can skip it.
How To Make Roasted Broccoli with Vegan Parmesan
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
Optional-Steam for Extra Tenderness:
- If you prefer softer broccoli, steam the florets in a steamer basket for 4-5 minutes until they turn bright green and are just fork-tender.
- Remove and let them cool slightly before seasoning.
- Add the steamed broccoli florets to a large mixing bowl.
- Drizzle with oil, then sprinkle the vegan parmesan, salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Toss well to coat evenly.
- Spread the seasoned broccoli in a single, even layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the broccoli is tender-crisp.
- If you skip the steaming step, the baking time will be slightly longer.
- Remove from the oven and enjoy the Roasted Broccoli with Vegan Parmesan immediately while warm and crispy.
Variations
Make it Spicy: Add red chili flakes or red chili powder to provide a kick of heat.
Herbs: You can add a choice of dried herbs to make the roasted broccoli more flavorful.
Lemon: Squeeze lemon juice to taste before serving the broccoli.
Bread Crumbs: Add 1-2 tablespoons of vegan breadcrumbs to the other ingredients, then toss the broccoli florets. Coating the broccoli with breadcrumbs will make the broccoli extra crispy.
Storing Suggestions
Roasted broccoli is best enjoyed fresh, while the edges are still crispy.
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Reheat in the air fryer, oven, or on the stovetop until warmed through and lightly crisp again.
Helpful Tips For Roasted Broccoli with Vegan Parmesan
Broccoli: Cut the broccoli into even florets to ensure even roasting and browning.
Steaming for Tenderness: If you prefer softer broccoli with crispy edges, steam for a few minutes before roasting. It also reduces the baking time by a few minutes. Let the steamed broccoli cool down slightly and dry for better roasting.
Baking: Spread the broccoli florets in a single, even layer and use the large baking tray.
Seasonings: Adjust the seasonings by adding more vegan parmesan, salt, and pepper before serving.
FAQ
Yes! Store-bought vegan Parmesan works well. Homemade vegan Parmesan also adds amazing flavor and freshness.
No. Steaming is optional. It gives a tender texture with crispy edges. However, you can skip this step and roast the broccoli without steaming.
Yes, but thaw and pat it dry thoroughly. Frozen broccoli contains more moisture and may not get as crispy.
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Roasted Broccoli with Vegan Parmesan
Ingredients
- 2 pounds broccoli, cut into small florets
- 2 tablespoon olive oil (or any neutral oil)
- ⅓ cup Vegan Parmesan Cheese
- ¼ teaspoon sea salt or to taste
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper or to taste
- ¼ teaspoon paprika (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Optional-Steam for Extra Tenderness:
- If you prefer softer broccoli, steam the florets in a steamer basket for 4-5 minutes until they turn bright green and are just fork-tender. Remove and let them cool slightly before seasoning.
- Add the broccoli florets to a large mixing bowl. Drizzle with oil, then sprinkle the vegan parmesan, salt, pepper, and paprika. Toss well to coat evenly.
- Spread the seasoned broccoli in a single, even layer on the prepared baking sheet. Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the broccoli is tender-crisp. If you skip the steaming step, the baking time will be slightly longer.
- Remove from the oven and enjoy the Roasted Broccoli with Vegan Parmesan immediately while warm and crispy.
Storing Suggestions
- Roasted broccoli is best enjoyed fresh, while the edges are still crispy.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Reheat in the air fryer, oven, or on the stovetop until warmed through and lightly crisp again.
Notes
- Broccoli: Cut the broccoli into even florets to ensure even roasting and browning.
- Steaming for Tenderness: If you prefer softer broccoli with crispy edges, steam for a few minutes before roasting. It also reduces the baking time by a few minutes. Let the steamed broccoli cool down slightly and dry for better roasting.
- Baking: Spread the broccoli florets in a single, even layer and use the large baking tray.
- Seasonings: Adjust the seasonings by adding more vegan parmesan, salt, and pepper before serving.
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