This crispy oven-roasted smashed broccoli recipe with parmesan and red pepper flakes makes for the perfect side dish for any meal! You only need a handful of ingredients to make this and you can easily customize this smashed broccoli dish however you’d like! It’s a simple but delicious side dish.
Bring a few inches of water to a boil in a large pot with a steamer basket on top. Place the lid on top and steam broccoli until crisp-tender, about 2 to 3 minutes.
Transfer the broccoli to a large sheet pan in a single layer and use the bottom of a mason jar (or potato masher) to smash the broccoli.
Drizzle the olive oil over the broccoli and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes. Toss to coat. Add a squzze of lemon juice on top. Top with shredded parmesan.
Broil the broccoli on high for 4 to 5 minutes, or until the broccoli is crispy to your standards. Add more lemon juice if desired.