Broccoletti
For a light side dish, saute fresh broccoletti in olive oil with garlic, lemon zest, and spices. Pair it with entrees like casserole, chicken, or seafood.
Ingredients
- 1 bunch broccoletti
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
- ½ teaspoon lemon zest
- lemon juice, ½ lemon
Instructions
- Add the broccoletti to the boiling water and cook for 2-3 minutes until bright green and tender. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the broccoletti to the ice water bath to stop the cooking process. Once cooled, drain the broccolini and pat them dry with paper towels to remove the excess water.
- Warm the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the garlic, salt, red pepper flakes, and lemon zest; saute for 10 seconds.
- Lower the heat to medium, and add the broccoletti in a single layer. Let them sear undisturbed for 3-4 minutes. Flip, and cook for another 3-4 minutes.
- Transfer the seared broccolini to a serving platter and garnish with fresh lemon juice to serve.
Notes
Expert Tips:
- Wash the broccolini under cold water and cut 1-2 inches off the bottom of the stalks to remove the tough, fibrous ends.
- If the stalks are thick, consider cutting them in half lengthwise; this makes the pieces more manageable. Plus, they will saute faster.
- For the best results, don't let the pan get too hot or it will burn the garlic while you are sautéing the broccolini.
- The nutritional information shown is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator. It should not be considered a substitute for professional advice.
Nutrition
Serving: 1 Serving | Calories: 52 kcal | Carbohydrates: 4 g | Protein: 2 g | Fat: 4 g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3 g | Sodium: 598 mg | Potassium: 11 mg | Fiber: 1 g | Sugar: 1 g | Vitamin A: 824 IU | Vitamin C: 40 mg | Calcium: 34 mg
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