Garlicky Broccolini
Elevate your weeknight meals with this vibrant and flavorful Garlicky Broccolini recipe, a side dish that's as quick to prepare as it is delicious. Tender-crisp broccolini is sautéed in fragrant extra virgin olive oil, infused with thinly sliced garlic for a rich, aromatic base. A touch of red pepper flakes adds just the right kick, balanced by a bright splash of fresh lemon juice. With only 15 minutes from start to finish, this dish is steamed to perfection and lightly seasoned with kosher salt and black pepper, making it a healthy, gluten-free, and vegan-friendly addition to any meal. Whether paired with roasted meats, grilled fish, or served alongside a hearty pasta, this garlicky broccolini is a versatile, one-pan side that combines simplicity with bold flavors. Keywords: garlicky broccolini, easy side dish, quick vegetable recipes, healthy broccolini recipe, vegan side dish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound broccolini
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic cloves, thinly sliced
- 0.25 teaspoons red pepper flakes
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoons kosher salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.25 cups water
Instructions
Wash and trim the broccolini by cutting off any tough ends.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the sliced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant and slightly golden. Stir frequently to avoid burning.
Add the red pepper flakes and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
Place the broccolini into the skillet and toss to coat with the garlic and oil mixture.
Pour the water into the skillet and cover with a lid. Let the broccolini steam for 3-4 minutes, or until it is bright green and tender-crisp.
Remove the lid and increase the heat to medium-high to allow any remaining water to evaporate.
Season the broccolini with kosher salt and black pepper, then drizzle with lemon juice.
Toss everything together and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to combine the flavors.
Serve warm as a side dish, garnished with an extra drizzle of olive oil if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
446 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.2 g | 36% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.0 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 460 mg | 20% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 36.8 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.0 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.1 g | ||
| Protein | 16.8 g | 34% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 247 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 4.0 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 70 mg | 1% | |
*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.
