Lemon Broccolini
This Lemon Broccolini is a super simple recipe, and it’s the perfect side to a main dish meal.
Lemon Broccolini
I often make broccoli for dinner, but broccolini is a whole lot better. I love the stalks that broccolini have, so you get much more to enjoy than just the fluffy green trees at the end. This recipe is easy, brightly flavored and delicious.
🛒 Ingredients Needed:
broccolini
butter
lemon
chicken broth
crushed red pepper
green onion
kosher salt
✏️ How to make Lemon Broccolini:
*The complete, printable recipe is in the recipe card at the end of this post.
Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Add the broccolini; cover and cook for 5 to 6 minutes, or until bright green and slightly tender.
In a large skillet, melt the butter. Add the lemon slices, and gently cook them over medium-high heat about 3 minutes per side (until the lemons are soft and slightly browned).
Return the drained broccolini to the pot. Add the broth and crushed red pepper; toss gently to coat. Transfer the broccolini mixture to a serving platter. Top with the lemons, green onions and salt.
➡️ Tips and Substitutions:
Feel free to substitute broccoli for the broccolini.
Add more butter if you want it more buttery and more lemon if you want it more tart!
Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes, as desired to your spice preference.
✔️ Make Ahead Tips:
The only preparations I would consider for making ahead would be to trim the broccolini. Otherwise, this recipe is plenty easy enough to make and serve on the spot.
❤️ What I Love About This Recipe:
It has some great fresh flavors!
It’s an easy side dish to serve with dinner.
This is a side dish stunner that looks so pretty on the table!
The Best Side Dish Recipes:
Cauliflower with Capers
Sauteed Peas with Basil and Bacon
Parmesan Garlic Roasted Carrots
Parmesan Zucchini Slices
Fresh Corn with Prosciutto Basil Butter
Lemon Broccolini
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A delicious way to eat broccolini!
Course Side Dish Cuisine American Keyword broccolini, Lemon
Prep Time 15 minutes minutes Cook Time 10 minutes minutes Total Time 25 minutes minutes
Servings 8 servings
Calories 69 kcal
Author RecipeGirl.com
Ingredients 2 pounds broccolini, trimmed 2 tablespoons butter 1 medium lemon, thinly sliced ¼ cup chicken broth ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper ¼ cup finely chopped green onion ½ teaspoon kosher salt
Instructions Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Add the broccolini; cover and cook for 5 to 6 minutes, or until bright green and slightly tender. In a large skillet, melt the butter. Add the lemon slices, and gently cook them over medium-high heat about 3 minutes per side (until the lemons are soft and slightly browned). Return the drained broccolini to the pot. Add the broth and crushed red pepper; toss gently to coat. Transfer the broccolini mixture to a serving platter. Top with the lemons, green onions and salt.
Nutrition Serving: 1 serving | Calories: 69 kcal | Carbohydrates: 9 g | Protein: 3 g | Fat: 3 g | Saturated Fat: 2 g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3 g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1 g | Trans Fat: 0.1 g | Cholesterol: 8 mg | Sodium: 234 mg | Potassium: 389 mg | Fiber: 3 g | Sugar: 2 g | Vitamin A: 847 IU | Vitamin C: 109 mg | Calcium: 60 mg | Iron: 1 mg The post Lemon Broccolini appeared first on Recipe Girl® .
