Print: Simple Broccolini

This quick broccolini dish is delicious, good for you, and full of garlicky, lemony flavor. Broccolini is more tender than broccoli and has a milder flavor. I love the mix of textures; the crunchy stems and the softer florets that soak up sauce are a great combination.

Prep

18 min

Cook

39 min

Servings

Difficulty

Medium

Ingredients

1 bunch broccolini
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 clove garlic , minced
1 lemon wedge
1 pinch red pepper flakes , Optional
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

1 Place broccolini in a large skillet with about 2 inches of water; bring to a boil and cook until bright green, 1 to 2 minutes. Drain.
2 Heat olive oil in the same skillet over medium heat. Stir in garlic and cook until golden and fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes. Add broccolini; cook and stir until heated through, 2 to 3 minutes.
3 Squeeze lemon juice over broccoli and season with red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.

Nutrition per serving

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