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.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

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

Directions

Step 1

Wash and trim the broccolini by cutting off any tough ends.

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the sliced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant and slightly golden. Stir frequently to avoid burning.

Step 4

Add the red pepper flakes and cook for an additional 30 seconds.

Step 5

Place the broccolini into the skillet and toss to coat with the garlic and oil mixture.

Step 6

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.

Step 7

Remove the lid and increase the heat to medium-high to allow any remaining water to evaporate.

Step 8

Season the broccolini with kosher salt and black pepper, then drizzle with lemon juice.

Step 9

Toss everything together and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to combine the flavors.

Step 10

Serve warm as a side dish, garnished with an extra drizzle of olive oil if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(569.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	445.5

Total Fat 28.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 460.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 36.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.0g	0%
Total Sugars 11.1g
Protein 16.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 247.2mg	0%
Iron 4.0mg	0%
Potassium 70.3mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 54.2%

Protein: 14.4%

Carbs: 31.4%