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Skillet Charred Broccolini

This skillet charred broccolini comes together in a flash to ensure that you can get a veggie side dish on the table no matter how busy you might be.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 266 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 garlic cloves thinly sliced
  • salt
  • 10 to 12 ounces broccolini rinsed
  • 1/4 cup water
  • A good spritz of lemon

Instructions

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  1. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Drop in the garlic, pepper flakes, and a pinch of salt and stir frequently until the garlic turns golden and infuses the oil, about 2 to 4 minutes. Be careful not to let the garlic burn.
  3. Add the broccolini to the skillet and cook, turning occasionally, for 2 to 3 minutes.
  4. Pour in the water carefully--it will steam and may splatter--raise the heat to high, cover, and steam for 3 to 4 minutes.
  5. Uncover the skillet and season with salt, if needed. Continue searing the broccolini until it's charred to your liking, 2 to 5 minutes.
  6. Spritz some lemon juice over top and rush to the table.

Notes

  • Work in batches--If your broccolini won't fit comfortably in a single layer in the skillet, cook it in two batches.
  • Don't burn the garlic--Garlic is notorious for burning, which turns it bitter. If your slices start getting too dark, scoop them out and add them back to the pan later.
  • Storage and reheating--Store leftover broccolini in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat it in a warm skillet or an air fryer until crisped and heated through.
  • Dietary--This recipe is suitable for gluten-free diets.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1serving Calories 266kcal (13%) Carbohydrates 15g (5%) Protein 6g (12%) Fat 21g (32%) Saturated Fat 3g (15%) Monounsaturated Fat 15g Sodium 53mg (2%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 4g (8%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 2servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 266

% Daily Value*

Serving 1serving
Calories 266kcal 13%
Carbohydrates 15g 5%
Protein 6g 12%
Fat 21g 32%
Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Monounsaturated Fat 15g 75%
Sodium 53mg 2%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 4g 8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.