Roasted Broccoli With Toasted Almond Crumble (Printable Version)
Golden roasted broccoli topped with crunchy, nutty almond crumble
# Ingredient List:
→ Broccoli
01 - 1½ lbs broccoli crowns, cut into florets
02 - 2 tbsp olive oil
03 - ½ tsp kosher salt
04 - ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper
→ Toasted Almond Crumble
05 - ½ cup sliced almonds
06 - 1 tbsp olive oil
07 - 1 small garlic clove, finely minced
08 - 1 tbsp lemon zest (from 1 lemon)
09 - 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh parsley
10 - 2 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese (optional, omit for vegan)
11 - Pinch of chili flakes (optional)
# How to Make It:
01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Toss the broccoli florets with 2 tbsp olive oil, kosher salt, and black pepper until evenly coated. Spread in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
03 - Roast for 20–25 minutes, flipping the florets once halfway through, until the edges are golden and crisp-tender.
04 - While the broccoli roasts, heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced almonds and toast, stirring constantly, for 2–3 minutes until golden brown.
05 - Add the minced garlic to the almonds and cook for 30 seconds, just until fragrant. Remove the skillet from heat.
06 - Stir the lemon zest, chopped parsley, Parmesan cheese (if using), and chili flakes into the almond mixture until well combined.
07 - Transfer the roasted broccoli to a serving platter and sprinkle generously with the toasted almond crumble. Serve immediately while warm.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The almond crumble turns plain broccoli into something you will actually crave, with a crunchy texture that makes every bite exciting.
- It comes together in about 35 minutes with barely any hands on work, which means you can focus on the rest of your dinner.
02 -
- I once tried to rush the roasting by increasing the temperature and ended up with broccoli that was charred outside and raw inside, so patience at 425 degrees is truly the way to go.
- Adding the garlic to the skillet before the almonds are fully toasted will burn the garlic every single time, so always toast the almonds first and add garlic at the very end.
03 -
- Dry the broccoli florets thoroughly with a clean towel after washing because excess water creates steam instead of caramelization and you will miss out on those crispy edges.
- Do not skip the lemon zest because it is the single ingredient that makes this dish taste bright and finished rather than just roasted vegetables with nuts on top.