Want to elevate roasted broccoli and cauliflower to a whole new level of deliciousness? Try tossing them with oil, garlic, and a dash of smoked paprika before roasting them together to tender-crisp perfection.
Roasted Cauliflower and Broccoli
As the oven works its magic, the vegetables will soften to the perfect bite with crispy brown edges. And when they come out of the oven – it will be all you can do not to eat them right out of the pan. Trust me here, I would know.
Whether you’re a vegetable enthusiast or a skeptic, broccoli and cauliflower work a bit of cooking magic when cooked together. Their similar structures allow them to roast uniformly. While the earthy notes of broccoli harmonize with the delicate sweetness of cauliflower, creating a balance of flavors.
Oven Roasted Broccoli and Cauliflower
You’ll need the following ingredients to make this recipe:
- cauliflower
- broccoli
- olive oil
- granulated garlic or garlic powder
- smoked paprika
- kosher salt
- freshly ground black pepper
- fresh lemon juice
How To Roast Broccoli and Cauliflower
Preheat your oven to 450°F. In a large mixing bowl, combine the oil and the spices and stir to combine.
Add the cauliflower and the broccoli to the bowl with the oil and spice mixture. Toss with your hands to coat thoroughly.
Spread the vegetables across a large baking sheet. Roast for 15-20 minutes. The pieces should be slightly crisp and fork-tender when done.
Squeeze a bit of fresh lemon juice over the vegetables and serve warm.
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Roasted Broccoli and Cauliflower
Ingredients
- 1 cauliflower head, medium-sized, cut into bite-size pieces about 4 cups florets
- 1 large broccoli crown, cut into bite-size pieces about 4 cups florets
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon granulated garlic or garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika optional
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt adjust to taste
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground pepper adjust to taste
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 450°F. In a large mixing bowl, combine the oil and the spices and stir to combine. Add the cauliflower and the broccoli to the bowl and toss with your hands to coat thoroughly.
- Spread the vegetables across a large baking sheet. Roast for 15-20 minutes. The pieces should be slightly crisp and fork-tender when done.
- Squeeze lemon juice over the vegetables and serve warm.
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Nancy Bondi says
Can you prepare this dish in the air fryer? Warming up my kitchen to 450 in the summertime is too hot!!
Mary says
Hi, Nancy! I actually have air fryer recipes for broccoli and cauliflower on the site. I hope you love the recipe(s); happy cooking!