Mediterranean Diet Simple Steamed Broccolini
Elevate your side dish game with this vibrant Mediterranean Diet Simple Steamed Broccolini recipe. Perfectly tender broccolini is lightly steamed to retain its bright green color and crisp texture, then drizzled with heart-healthy extra virgin olive oil and a splash of zesty fresh lemon juice. Finished with minced garlic, a hint of sea salt and black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes for a touch of heat, this dish is bursting with Mediterranean-inspired flavors. Ready in just 15 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or elegant dinner parties alike. Serve it alongside grilled fish, roasted chicken, or enjoy it as a nutritious standalone treat.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 400 grams broccolini
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 large lemon
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 small garlic clove
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Instructions
Rinse the broccolini under cold water and trim any rough ends.
Peel and finely mince the garlic clove.
Cut the lemon in half and juice one half, setting aside the juice. Slice the other half into thin rounds for garnish, if desired.
In a large pot, bring about 1 inch of water to a boil and place a steamer basket in the pot.
Add the broccolini to the steamer basket, cover the pot with a lid, and steam for 3-5 minutes, or until vibrant green and just tender. Be careful not to overcook.
Remove the broccolini from the pot and transfer to a serving dish.
Drizzle the steamed broccolini with olive oil and drizzle with fresh lemon juice.
Sprinkle the minced garlic over the broccolini.
Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Optionally, sprinkle red pepper flakes over the top for a bit of heat.
Garnish with lemon slices if desired, and serve immediately as a side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
433 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.3 g | 36% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.1 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1323 mg | 58% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 36.5 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.1 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 11.2 g | ||
| Protein | 15.3 g | 31% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 224 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 3.8 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 128 mg | 3% | |
*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.
