Whole30 Charred Broccolini
Elevate your vegetable game with this vibrant and flavorful Whole30 Charred Broccolini recipe, a perfect side dish for healthy eating enthusiasts. Featuring tender broccolini caramelized to perfection in a hot skillet, this dish is enhanced with garlic, fresh lemon zest, and a hint of spice from optional red pepper flakes. This quick and easy recipe, ready in just 25 minutes, is not only Whole30-compliant but also paleo, gluten-free, and vegan, making it a versatile choice for any meal plan. With a smoky char and citrusy brightness, this broccolini pairs beautifully with grilled proteins or stands alone as a star on the table. It's a nutrient-packed, low-carb side that proves simplicity can be absolutely delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Broccolini
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 large Garlic cloves
- 1 whole Lemon
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
Start by washing and drying the broccolini thoroughly. Trim the ends and cut any thick stalks lengthwise to ensure even cooking.
Finely mince the garlic cloves and set aside.
Heat a large cast-iron skillet or heavy-bottomed pan over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil, allowing it to heat until shimmering.
Add the broccolini in a single layer. You may need to do this in batches to avoid overcrowding, which can prevent proper charring.
Cook the broccolini without stirring for about 3-4 minutes, or until the undersides begin to char.
Toss the broccolini using tongs, then sprinkle with minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Continue to cook for another 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the broccolini is tender-crisp and evenly charred.
Zest the lemon over the broccolini and squeeze the juice over the top just before removing from the heat.
If desired, sprinkle with crushed red pepper flakes for a bit of heat.
Transfer the charred broccolini to a serving dish and serve immediately as a side or incorporate into your main meal. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
496 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.3 g | 36% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.4 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1361 mg | 59% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 45.5 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.4 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.3 g | ||
| Protein | 19.2 g | 38% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 286 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 4.8 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 145 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.
