Are you looking to up your side dish game? This crispy Roasted Panko Parmesan Broccoli will definitely shake things up. Fresh broccoli florets roasted with a cheesy panko topping is sure to take your side dish menu to another level.
Roasted Panko Parmesan Broccoli
Fresh broccoli is an all-time personal favorite vegetable of mine. I can't think of one single way that it can be prepared that I don't love it. Whether it's the star of broccoli cheddar soup or tossed in a sweet and tangy dressing like my broccoli salad, it's a go-to choice for us. I'm always looking to keep things interesting, so, sometimes I skip the casserole version and prepare it roasted.
It's All About the Topping
To make this dish, fresh bright green broccoli florets are tossed in a light coating of crispy panko breadcrumbs and Parmesan cheese and seasoned to bring out the flavor. It never ceases to amaze me how such a simple preparation technique can be so intensely flavorful. Just a few pointers:
- Choose broccoli florets with variations of medium and deep green. Stay away from yellowing broccoli, as the color change is a sign that it's beginning to deteriorate and not as fresh.
- While baking, some of the crumbs will fall from the florets and bake on the pan. This is normal and doesn't mean something has gone wrong. Just before serving, spoon those crumbs over the broccoli and you'll be good to go.
- Adjust the amount of oil used to your taste and dietary needs. Also, if you're spice shy skip the red pepper flakes, or adjust to your personal preference.
- It's not necessary to serve this broccoli with a sauce but, it pairs quite well with a warm marinara as well as a buttermilk dressing lightly drizzled on top. Serve these on the side so people can pick their favorite.
Other Broccoli Dishes to Enjoy
Broccoli adds color and texture to a dish and it compliments a myriad of entrees, too. Casseroles like New Potato, Ham and Broccoli Cheese Casserole as well as my moist Broccoli Cheddar Cornbread are always a meal time win. You may also like to try this Lemon Roasted Broccoli for Oh Sweet Basil.
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Roasted Panko Parmesan Broccoli
Ingredients
- 2 lb fresh broccoli florets (2 large bunches) cleaned and separated
- 3 green onion sliced, whites only
- 4 clove garlic minced
- ⅓ cup olive oil
- ¼ cup panko breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tsp dry Italian seasoning
- 1 tsp garlic salt [more or less to your taste]
- light sprinkling black pepper or lemon pepper to taste
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F. Spritz a large baking sheet with cooking spray and set aside.
- Separate the broccoli florets into bite size pieces. Place into a mixing bowl, with the sliced green onion and minced garlic.
- Pour the olive oil over the broccoli. Toss gently until coated. Add the remaining ingredients. Mix well.
- Lay in a single layer on the baking sheet.
- Roast for 20-23 minutes or until crisp tender and the crumbs are golden.
- Serve immediately.
My name is Melissa and I'm the Creator of Melissa's Southern Style Kitchen. Cooking, baking, developing recipes and kitchen tips is my passion. I love sharing my dishes and connecting with people through the food that I create.
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Jessica
I was short on practically everything so I had to improvise this whole recipe... frozen broccoli steamed in a steamer until just cooked. Had no olive oil (whoops!) melted a tbsp of butter, tossed in Italian herbs (had to make my own mix). Coated the cooked broccoli in the butter and herbs. Then tossed it all in a big handful of panko and shredded parmesan. Roasted on the top rack 375 degrees for about 20 minutes. It was the best broccoli I've had in a long time!! So I can't say I followed the recipe but it was my inspiration so thanks haha 🙂
Ann
This recipe is delicious!! So very flavorful! I didn’t add any of the garlic salt just because we are trying to go easy on the salt.
Melissa
Thanks, I'm so happy you enjoyed it!
Shana
Tantalizing! My taste buds are thanking you..
Melissa
Ah wonderful, I love ths one, too!
Tonya M
LOVE this recipe! I use gluten free bread crumbs and only 1/2 tsp of salt, it still turns out great! Even my very picky husband and son, who neither care for broccoli, will eat it! Thank you!!
Melissa
How exciting, thanks so much for letting me know about the adaptations for those with gluten intolerance.
Lee Ann
Can I use frozen florets? Thawed?
Melissa
This recipe truly works best with fresh.
RC
Hi,
I tried it with frozen broccoli florets this past Thanksgiving and I must say it came out quite delicious. You just have to let the broccoli thaw and make sure it is dry. I laid mine in a large aluminum pan and set it on the stove while I prepared my other dishes. So while fresh may be best frozen works as well.
Stephani F
This is so yummy! This is a fantastic alternative to the high fat/high sodium Spinach Maria that my family loves. This is essentially gives the same flavors but in a much lower calorie form. Thank you! Fabulous accompaniment to my BBQ ribs or chops.
Melissa
Hi Karen, that is awesome~! Thanks so much for stopping by to let me know.
Kampin' Karen
My husband is not a fan of broccoli but said this was the best he had ever had. It was quite yummy! Thanks for the recipe.