Lemon Parmesan Smashed Broccoli

Step 1

To make this smashed broccoli, start by bringing a large pot of water to a boil, on the stove.

Step 2

Once the water is boiling, add in the broccoli crown and allow it to boil for approximately 4-5 minutes. Do not allow the broccoli to cook for longer than that, as it will be mushy otherwise.

Step 3

After the broccoli has been cooked, remove it from the water and run it under cold water to stop the cooking process. Then, set it aside.

Step 4

Next, preheat the oven to 400 F.

Step 5

While the oven is preheating, prepare the dressing for the broccoli by whisking the dressing ingredients together in a small bowl. Taste and adjust the seasonings as needed, then set it aside.

Step 6

Next, line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place the broccoli crown on top.

Step 7

Cut or break the broccoli crown apart, into florets, and line the florets up evenly across the baking sheet.

Step 8

Then, use the bottom of a drinking glass to smash the broccoli down, until it's as flat as possible. Repeat with each floret.

Step 9

Once the florets are smashed, brush the dressing across evenly across them.

Step 10

Then, add a generous sprinkle of parmesan cheese on top of each floret.

Step 11

Finally, bake the broccoli, in the oven, for 20-22 minutes until the edges of the broccoli are crispy and the cheese has fully melted. Once they're done, serve them and enjoy! Store any leftovers in an airtight container, in the fridge, for up to one week.