Sautéed Broccolini: A Quick, Flavor-Packed Side Dish!

Sautéed Broccolini: A Quick, Flavor-Packed Side Dish!

Sautéed Broccolini is a quick, vibrant, and flavorful side dish that elevates any meal with garlic and red pepper flakes.

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Prep Time 5

Cook Time 10

Total Time 15

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Vegetarian

Calories: 80

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Sauté

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil Provides richness and helps sauté the vegetables.
3 cloves garlic Thinly sliced; adjust to taste.
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes Increase for more spiciness or omit for milder flavor.

For the Broccolini

1 bunch broccolini Trimmed, halved if thick.

For the Finishing Touch

¼ teaspoon sea salt Plus more to taste.
2 tablespoons water Creates steam to cook the broccolini.
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice Brightens the dish.

Equipment

Large lidded skillet

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

In a large lidded skillet, pour in 2 tablespoons of extra-virgin olive oil and heat it over medium heat for about 1 minute until it shimmers.
Add 3 thinly sliced cloves of garlic and ¼ teaspoon of red pepper flakes to the hot oil. Sauté for about 30 seconds until garlic turns golden and fragrant.
Carefully toss in 1 bunch of trimmed broccolini and sprinkle with ¼ teaspoon of sea salt. Stir together to coat the broccolini in oil and spices.
Add 2 tablespoons of water to the skillet and cover it. Reduce the heat to low and cook for 3 to 5 minutes.
Remove from heat, drizzle in 2 teaspoons of fresh lemon juice, and toss to combine all flavors.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 3gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 70mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Meal prep friendly; leftovers keep well in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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