Description
A simple and delicious garlic butter broccolini recipe.
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 ounces broccolini (ends trimmed)
- 1 cup water
- 3 tablespoons butter (cut into pats)
- 2 cloves garlic (finely chopped)
- to taste salt & pepper
- optional lemon juice (for serving)
Instructions
- Add the water to a skillet and bring it to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Once the water is boiling, add the broccolini and cover the skillet. Cook for 5 minutes.
- Drain the remaining water from the skillet.
- Return the skillet (with the broccolini in it) to the stove over medium heat.
- Add the butter and garlic to the skillet. Cook the broccolini, tossing often, for 2-3 more minutes or until the garlic is lightly cooked (not browned) and the broccolini is tender.
- Season generously with salt & pepper and serve with a little lemon juice squeezed over top if desired.
Notes
- This dish pairs well with grilled meats or can be served as a standalone side dish.
- Adjust the garlic & seasoning according to your taste preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg