This Lemon Broccolini is a super simple recipe, and it’s the perfect side to a main dish meal.
Lemon Broccolini
I often make broccoli for dinner, but broccolini is a whole lot better. I love the stalks that broccolini have, so you get much more to enjoy than just the fluffy green trees at the end. This recipe is easy, brightly flavored and delicious.
🛒 Ingredients Needed:
- broccolini
- butter
- lemon
- chicken broth
- crushed red pepper
- green onion
- kosher salt
✏️ How to make Lemon Broccolini:
*The complete, printable recipe is in the recipe card at the end of this post.
- Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Add the broccolini; cover and cook for 5 to 6 minutes, or until bright green and slightly tender.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter. Add the lemon slices, and gently cook them over medium-high heat about 3 minutes per side (until the lemons are soft and slightly browned).
- Return the drained broccolini to the pot. Add the broth and crushed red pepper; toss gently to coat. Transfer the broccolini mixture to a serving platter. Top with the lemons, green onions and salt.
➡️ Tips and Substitutions:
- Feel free to substitute broccoli for the broccolini.
- Add more butter if you want it more buttery and more lemon if you want it more tart!
- Adjust the amount of red pepper flakes, as desired to your spice preference.
✔️ Make Ahead Tips:
The only preparations I would consider for making ahead would be to trim the broccolini. Otherwise, this recipe is plenty easy enough to make and serve on the spot.
❤️ What I Love About This Recipe:
- It has some great fresh flavors!
- It’s an easy side dish to serve with dinner.
- This is a side dish stunner that looks so pretty on the table!
The Best Side Dish Recipes:
Lemon Broccolini
A delicious way to eat broccolini!
Ingredients
- 2 pounds broccolini, trimmed
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 medium lemon, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup chicken broth
- ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper
- ¼ cup finely chopped green onion
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Add the broccolini; cover and cook for 5 to 6 minutes, or until bright green and slightly tender.
- In a large skillet, melt the butter. Add the lemon slices, and gently cook them over medium-high heat about 3 minutes per side (until the lemons are soft and slightly browned).
- Return the drained broccolini to the pot. Add the broth and crushed red pepper; toss gently to coat. Transfer the broccolini mixture to a serving platter. Top with the lemons, green onions and salt.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving, Calories: 69kcal, Carbohydrates: 9g, Protein: 3g, Fat: 3g, Saturated Fat: 2g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.3g, Monounsaturated Fat: 1g, Trans Fat: 0.1g, Cholesterol: 8mg, Sodium: 234mg, Potassium: 389mg, Fiber: 3g, Sugar: 2g, Vitamin A: 847IU, Vitamin C: 109mg, Calcium: 60mg, Iron: 1mg
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
