Roasted Broccoli and Cauliflower

Roasted broccoli and cauliflower are an irresistibly easy side dish! Here’s how to roast both veggies to perfection.

If you don’t know which vegetables to fry, choose two. try that Roasted broccoli and cauliflower! Our favorite weeknight sides are roasted broccoli and roasted cauliflower, so why not combine the two? We honestly had no idea how the cook time would go or if they would both turn golden and crispy at the same time. Turns out it works perfectly! Here’s what to do.

Tips for roasted broccoli and cauliflower

So you’ve roasted broccoli and cauliflower separately, but never at the same time? They work wonderfully together. While roasted cauliflower can take around 30-35 minutes, broccoli actually takes about 25 minutes. Here are a few tips:

• Use 8 cups of broccoli and cauliflower florets total. This is the maximum amount that will fit on a baking sheet. If you have more, use two baking sheets: you don’t want to stack the veggies or they will steam and not roast.
• Add olive oil, garlic powder and salt. See recipe below for quantities!
• Roast for 20-25 minutes until golden brown. If it’s not browned after this time, roast for a few more minutes until soft and golden brown.

Cut medium-sized bouquets with long stems

For roasted broccoli and cauliflower, you can cut the florets as you like. But this is where we look best in our opinion: medium-sized buds with long stems! This avoids the chunky look of the tree and makes broccoli and cauliflower look more elegant. How to cut broccoli:

• Cut off the flower where its stalk meets the larger stalk. This will keep the stem long (instead of forming clipped flowers).
• Separate very large flowers. Cut the base of the stem of all large florets in half, then use your fingers to separate or slice the florets. Try to keep the buds as large as possible.

Variations of flavors and supplements

When it comes to roasted broccoli and cauliflower, the sky is the limit! You can serve them as is or add any of these other flavors:

• Lemon peel adds brightness
• Panko bread crumbs add a crunch
• Grated or grated parmesan cheese add a salty note
• Herbs such as thyme, oregano, dill or basil provide freshness

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This roasted broccoli and cauliflower recipe is…

Vegetarian, vegan, plant-based, dairy-free and gluten-free.