Step 1

For crispy broccoli, preheat oven to 475 degrees F. (For less crispy florets, preheat oven to 450 degrees F.)

Step 2

Wash and cut broccoli florets from thick stalk.

Step 3

Slice or pick apart florets into individual pieces or about 1/2 inch thick broccoli steaks.

Step 4

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, zest of 1/2 lemon, 2 tsp lemon juice, salt, pepper, red pepper flakes, ranch dry seasoning powder, and garlic.

Step 5

Toss broccoli florets into bowl and coat well.

Step 6

Spread onto a large rimmed sheet pan.

Step 7

Bake in oven 10-12 minutes.

Step 8

Remove pan from oven and flip broccoli over. Sprinkle almonds onto the baking sheet.

Step 9

Bake for another 5-10 minutes or until desired tenderness is reached. TIP: Almonds will toast quickly. Only add them the last 5 minutes of baking.

Step 10

Remove from oven and sprinkle with grated parmesan cheese.