Quick Sautéed Broccolini with Garlic and Lemon
Quick Sautéed Broccolini with Garlic and Lemon brings bright, citrusy notes and a gentle heat from red pepper flakes, balanced by tender-crisp stems and garlicky olive oil. It’s a fresh, vibrant side that pairs well with roasted meats or simple pastas, perfect for weeknight dinners or adding color to a weekend spread.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook5 mins
- Serves2
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Put the broccolini in a large skillet with about 2 inches of water; bring it to a boil and cook until bright green, 1 to 2 minutes. Drain.
- 2
In the same skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Stir in the garlic and cook until golden and fragrant, 1 to 2 minutes. Add the broccolini; cook and stir until warmed through, 2 to 3 minutes.
- 3
Squeeze lemon juice over the broccoli and season with red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
- Calories 170.61 kcal Moderate
- Protein 3.69 g Low Source
- Carbs 12.73 g Moderate
- Total Fat 13.57 g Moderate
- Saturated Fat 1.9 g Moderate
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 0.15 mg Low Source
- Sodium 56.04 mg Low Source
- Fiber 4.57 g Moderate
- Sugar 3.67 g Moderate
- Added Sugar 0.09 g Low Source
- Calcium 84.74 mg Low Source
- Iron 1.03 mg Low Source
- Potassium 442.66 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 5448.39 mcg_rae Good Source
- Vitamin C 129.74 mg Good Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Garlic 🧄