Sautéed Broccolini is a healthy dish that you can make in minutes. Follow the easy recipe for perfectly tender-crisp and flavorful veggies.
Sautéed vegetables are a healthy, colorful, flavorful, and easy to prepare side dish to round out any meal. Add Sautéed Broccolini to your go-to recipes along with Sautéed Green Beans, Carrots, and Mushrooms.
Sabrina’s Sautéed Broccolini Recipe
Broccolini is a cross between regular broccoli and Chinese broccoli. It’s a great vegetable to incorporate into your diet because it’s rich in folate, vitamin C, and antioxidants. Beyond its health benefits, broccolini is delicious, especially when prepared the right way. This recipe enhances the naturally mild flavors of with olive oil, garlic, salt, pepper, and lemon juice. The whole recipe takes about 10 minutes in one pan on the stovetop. You’re sure to love the tender-crisp texture and garden fresh flavor of this easy veggie dish.
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Ingredients
- 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 5 cloves garlic , minced
- 2 bunches broccolini , about 4 cups
- 1/2 cup chicken broth
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon coarse ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
Instructions
- Add the olive oil to a large heavy skillet (that you have a lid for!) on medium heat.
- Add in the garlic, stir and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Add in the chicken broth and broccolini.
- Cover and steam for 3 minutes.
- Remove the cover, continue to stir and cook for 3 minutes until softened.
- Season with salt and black pepper.
- Add in the lemon juice and lemon zest, stir and serve.
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Note from Sabrina
You can usually find broccolini year-round in the produce section of most large grocery stores. Opt for bright green, fresh-looking broccolini without a lot of browning or wilted florets. But, be on the lookout that you don’t grab broccoli rabe instead. They look very similar, but broccoli rabe is more bitter while broccolini is a bit more tender and sweet.
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Can this be made ahead of time?
If you want to prep this recipe in advance, you can wash, dry, and steam the broccolini ahead of time. Then, store the partially cooked veggies in an airtight container in the fridge for 2-3 days. On the day you want to serve the side dish, all you’ll have to do is toss the recipe in oil and sauté for about 3 minutes.
How to Store
- Store: If you have any leftover broccolini, let the veggies cool, then transfer them to an airtight container. Kept sealed, the leftovers can stay good in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- Reheat: You can reheat Sautéed Broccolini by placing the veggies in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Then, put the dish in a 350-degree oven to slowly warm the recipe.
- Freeze: You can also freeze delicious broccolini for up to 3 months. Store the leftovers in a freezer-safe container to keep them fresh during the storage time. Thaw in the fridge overnight before reheating.
Sauteeing Tips & Tricks
- Before cooking broccolini, you’ll need to make sure your veggies are properly prepared. Rinse the broccolini bunches under cold water to remove any excess dirt and let them dry. Then, slice off the bottom portion of the stalk. This part is more thick and fibrous than the rest of the thin stems. Once that’s done, your veggies should be good to go!
- Remember that tender broccolini stalks cook much more quickly than broccoli. Because of this, you don’t want to walk away from the stovetop during the cooking process. Stay by the stove and stir while you sauté. It will only take a few minutes to make perfectly tender and flavorful broccolini.
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