Description
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.
Ingredients
- 1 bunch broccolini
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 lemon wedge
- salt and ground black pepper to taste
- 1 pinch red pepper flakes (Optional)
Instructions
- 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.
- 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. Squeeze lemon juice over broccoli and season with red pepper flakes
- salt
- and pepper.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 5 mins
Total Time: 15 mins
Servings: 2