BROCCOLETTI Recipe (sautéed broccolini with garlic)
This easy Broccoletti recipe features tender broccolini sautéed with garlic and olive oil for a simple, flavorful Italian side dish. Ready in under 15 minutes, it’s the perfect healthy vegetable pairing for pasta, chicken, or seafood.
Equipment
- Sharp Knife
- Measuring Spoons
- Large Skillet
Ingredients
- 1 bunch broccolini aka broccoletti, ends trimmed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves thinly sliced
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon fresh lemon zest
Instructions
- Rinse the broccolini and trim the woody ends. Pat dry with a clean towel.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced garlic and sauté for about 1–2 minutes until golden and fragrant, be careful not to burn it.
- Toss in the broccoletti and sauté for 2-3 minutes, sprinkle the 2 tablespoons of water and close with the lid. Cook for 4-5 minutes, turning occasionally, until tender and slightly crispy at the edges.
- Sprinkle it with salt, and black pepper. Drizzle lemon juice over the top along with lemon zest.
- Transfer to a serving dish and serve warm.
Notes
- Trim the ends of the broccolini to remove any tough or woody stems for better texture.
- Don’t overcook the garlic, sauté just until golden to avoid bitterness.
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