Name: Simple Broccolini
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 15 min
Yield: 2
Ingredients: 1 bunch broccolini; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 clove garlic, minced; 1 lemon wedge; 1 pinch red pepper flakes; salt and ground black pepper to taste

Cook Time: 5 minutes

Broccolini with Garlic and Lemon

This simple yet flavorful dish is a perfect side for any meal. With just a few ingredients, you can create a tasty and nutritious vegetable dish that's quick to prepare and full of bright, fresh flavors.

Ingredients

1 bunch broccolini
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 clove garlic, minced
1 lemon wedge
1 pinch red pepper flakes (optional)
Salt and ground black pepper, to taste

Directions

Place the broccolini in a large skillet with about 2 inches of water. Bring to a boil and cook for 1-2 minutes, until the broccolini is bright green. Drain the water.
In the same skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the garlic becomes golden and fragrant.
Add the cooked broccolini back into the skillet. Stir and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the broccolini is heated through.
Squeeze the juice from the lemon wedge over the broccolini, and sprinkle with red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper to taste. Stir to combine and serve.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

Nutrient	Amount	% Daily Value*
Calories	218	-
Total Fat	14g	17%
Saturated Fat	2g	10%
Sodium	145mg	6%
Total Carbohydrate	18g	6%
Dietary Fiber	3g	11%
Total Sugars	5g	-
Protein	8g	17%
Vitamin C	214mg	238%
Calcium	168mg	13%
Iron	2mg	12%
Potassium	747mg	16%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Simple Broccolini Recipe

Comments

naples34102

10/06/2025 01:52:54 PM

I love broccolini if prepared correctly and these are nice directions. I took one more step and transferred the broccolini to an ice bath after the first two minutes of cooking to stop the cooking process. This kept it a beautiful, vibrant green.

Carleen Sambrano

02/29/2016 04:56:32 PM

I love the simplicity of the recipe! Plus, doing a ice cold bath after cooking it really helps big time! Serving it with roasted garlic alongside it adds more taste. Thank you for sharing! ??

Wingman

01/01/2015 11:58:35 AM

when in a pinch I always use S&P Garlic with EVOO but the addition of lemon juice made it pop and I was serving it with panfried Talipia. many new cooks go right for the most ratings so lets show them simple can rate high as well.

EagerRoll7521

12/17/2022 02:32:56 AM

Loved the garlic and crushed red pepper addition! I'll always steam this way! Enjoying with blackened salmon, chicken breast and mashed potatoes. Thank you for the recipe. Kimberly

naturelover

11/11/2018 06:43:03 PM

Great recipe. They now have, or I just discovered, broccolini prewashed and ready to microwave in fresh produce department. So I sauteed my garlic and then nuked the broccolini as directed and added it to the garlic and oil

Ms Jean

10/30/2017 10:12:03 PM

I saw another highly-rated recipe online that also called for lemon zest, so I added that. I trimmed about half an inch off the bottoms of the stalks. After blanching, I did an ice bath (well, really cold water) to stop the cooking process. Half a bunch was plenty just for me. I let it cook for about 3 min; it was still a little crisp, but much better than being soggy. Easy, healthy and delicious! Thanks!

Brian Goodlow

09/10/2019 12:56:18 AM

Try with additional spices next time. To be added during Sautéing phase.

Erin Doorley Awtrey

12/13/2020 02:10:33 AM

I love this simple and flavorful recipe - I as well blanched it before sautéing it - wonderful texture and flavor!!

babseescookin

02/28/2021 11:22:17 PM

My first time making broccolini (why I haven’t before now is a mystery), and it was delicious! I added a small sprinkle of everything but the bagel seasoning and my daughter added Parmesan to hers. Served with grilled steaks and roasted potatoes.

Beverly McNulty

05/09/2024 12:06:40 PM

Very good and easy to make. A couple of my stocks were too thick and thus did not cook as well as thinner stocks. Being my first attempt at cooking broccolini it was a learning curve. Definitely will try again as it was a simple and tasty recipe. Will cut thicker stocks next time.

Susanna Leonard

12/14/2015 09:31:41 AM

Simple and easy with a lot of flavor. I, of course, added far more garlic and I liked that. I wonder too if it would be good to cut the broccolini once it was blanched.

UniqueParm5183

05/26/2025 12:53:50 AM

Best Brocollini I have ever had

PeterDYYZ

04/07/2025 11:06:00 PM

A delicious and easy way to enjoy broccolini. I’ll add a little more lemon next time

Kevin Young

12/21/2024 11:00:41 PM

Seriously, this is the best.

Amy Diaz

11/08/2024 09:25:04 PM

Made it once and now it’s a staple.

Samantha Scott

08/11/2024 11:15:34 PM

Everyone at home loved it.

Brandon Lewis

02/19/2024 11:11:09 PM

Even my picky roommate loved it.

flclosets

09/05/2022 05:31:05 PM

No changes. It's perfect just the way it is! Sweet and flavorful.

QuirkyHoney2766

04/12/2022 08:59:10 PM

Super quick and great tasting. For sure will make this again

Deb P

08/14/2020 09:16:40 PM

Simple and delicious! I did need to boil it a bit longer.

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Cook Time: 105 minutes