Low Sodium Charred Broccolini
Elevate your weeknight side dishes with this vibrant and flavorful recipe for Low Sodium Charred Broccolini. This quick and healthy dish features tender-crisp broccolini perfectly charred in a hot skillet, bringing out its natural sweetness and nuttiness. Infused with the robust aroma of garlic and brightened with a squeeze of fresh lemon, it’s lightly seasoned with black pepper and a pinch of red pepper flakes for just the right kick—all while keeping sodium content at a minimum. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s the go-to recipe for anyone seeking a low-sodium, nutrient-packed accompaniment that pairs beautifully with grilled proteins or stands alone as a light, plant-based main course.
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Ingredients
- 1 bunch Broccolini
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 cloves Garlic clove
- 0.5 Lemon
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
Directions
Step 1
Rinse and trim the ends of the broccolini, ensuring to keep the florets and stems intact.
Step 2
Pat the broccolini dry with paper towels to ensure a good char when cooking.
Step 3
Thinly slice the garlic cloves.
Step 4
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Step 5
Add the sliced garlic to the skillet and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant but not browned.
Step 6
Increase the heat to high and add the broccolini to the skillet in a single layer.
Step 7
Cook the broccolini undisturbed for about 3 minutes, allowing for charring.
Step 8
Toss the broccolini and continue to cook for another 2-3 minutes until they are bright green and tender-crisp.
Step 9
Remove the skillet from the heat and squeeze half a lemon over the broccolini.
Step 10
Sprinkle with black pepper and red pepper flakes, then toss to evenly coat.
Step 11
Serve immediately as a side dish or enjoy as a healthy main course.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (214.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 334.6 |
| Total Fat 28.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 4.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 55.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 16.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 4.3g | |
| Protein 6.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 95.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 1.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 83.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories