Broccolini with Balsamic Vinaigrette
Elevate your side dish game with this vibrant and flavorful Broccolini with Balsamic Vinaigrette! Perfectly blanched broccolini retains its crisp-tender texture and brilliant green hue, while a drizzle of tangy, homemade balsamic vinaigrette brings a delightful balance of sweetness, zest, and earthiness. This simple yet sophisticated recipe features a savory blend of Dijon mustard, honey, garlic, and lemon zest in its dressing, making it a standout accompaniment to any meal. Ready in just 15 minutes, this dish is ideal for weeknights, special occasions, or even as a healthy snack. Serve it warm or at room temperature and let the vibrant flavors captivate your taste buds—a must-try recipe for vegetable lovers and foodies alike!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Broccolini
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 clove Garlic
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons Water
Instructions
Rinse the broccolini under cold running water and trim the ends of any tough stems.
Peel and finely mince the garlic clove.
Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add 2 tablespoons of salt. While waiting for the water to boil, prepare an ice bath by filling a large bowl with ice and water.
Blanch the broccolini in the boiling water for 2 minutes until it turns bright green and just begins to soften. Use tongs to immediately transfer it to the ice bath to stop the cooking process. After 1-2 minutes in the ice bath, drain and pat the broccolini dry.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and lemon zest to create the vinaigrette.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the 2 tablespoons of water to the pan and toss in the broccolini. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until the water evaporates and the broccolini is warmed through.
Remove the skillet from the heat and drizzle the balsamic vinaigrette evenly over the broccolini. Toss gently to coat.
Transfer the broccolini to a serving plate and serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
650 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.0 g | 55% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.5 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1482 mg | 64% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 48.0 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.3 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.3 g | ||
| Protein | 18.2 g | 36% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 274 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 4.8 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 98 mg | 2% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
