Description
This zesty veggie side dish is broccoli's tastier cousin that requires almost no prep and is done in less than 15 minutes! Vegan, dairy free, and gluten free.
Ingredients
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- 1 lb broccolini, ends trimmed (about 1/4 inch)
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon coarse salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons water
- Optional garnishes: lemon slices, finishing salt flakes
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add broccolini, salt and pepper to the skillet and sauté until they start to turn bright green and are lightly charred, about 5 minutes, using a spoon or tongs to move the broccolini about the skillet frequently.
- Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook 1 minute, until fragrant.
- Add lemon juice and scrape up in any brown bits on the bottom of the pan.
- Pour in the water, cover with a lid, and cook until the broccolini turns bright green and is fork tender, about 1 minute.
- Garnish with lemon slices and finishing salt flakes as desired. Serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes