Name: Garlic Balsamic Roasted Broccoli: Easy Side Dish
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: US
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 1 clove garlic, finely minced; 1 large head of broccoli, cut into florets; 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt; 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 1 tablespoon aged balsamic vinegar

Broccoli

Roasted Broccoli with Garlic and Balsamic Vinegar

Sep 25, 2025
by Adeline Deckow
- 4.5 / 5 ( 2 Ratings)
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PREP TIME

5 mins
COOK TIME

10 mins
TOTAL TIME

15 mins
SERVING

4 People
VIEWS

6

Transform humble broccoli into a culinary masterpiece with this simple yet sublime recipe. Roasting brings out the natural sweetness of the broccoli, while garlic and balsamic vinegar add a touch of savory sophistication. A quick and easy side dish that's sure to impress.

Ingridients

Adjust Servings

3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

1 clove garlic, finely minced

1 large head of broccoli, cut into florets

1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt

1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

1 tablespoon aged balsamic vinegar

Nutrition

Carbohydrate

6 g
Fiber

2 g
Protein

2 g
Saturated Fat

1 g
Sodium

174 mg
Sugar

2 g
Fat

10 g
Unsaturated Fat

0 g

Follow The Directions

01

Step

Preheat your oven to a roaring 475°F (245°C). (5 minutes)

02

Step

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil and minced garlic until well combined. (1 minute)

03

Step

Spread the broccoli florets in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet. Drizzle the garlic-infused oil evenly over the broccoli, then toss to ensure each floret is lightly coated. Season generously with salt and pepper. (3 minutes)

04

Step

Roast in the preheated oven for 7-9 minutes, flipping the broccoli halfway through, until the florets are tender-crisp and beautifully charred at the edges. (9 minutes)

05

Step

Transfer the roasted broccoli to a serving dish and drizzle with the aged balsamic vinegar just before serving. (1 minute)

For an even deeper flavor, try using roasted garlic instead of fresh. Simply roast a whole head of garlic until soft and then squeeze out the cloves before mincing.
Don't overcrowd the baking sheet! This will steam the broccoli instead of roasting it. Use two baking sheets if necessary.
A sprinkle of red pepper flakes adds a delightful touch of heat.
Experiment with different types of vinegar, such as sherry vinegar or white balsamic vinegar, for a unique twist.

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