Sauteed Broccolini Recipe: Healthy Side Dish
This Sauteed Broccolini Recipe is a quick, flavorful, and healthy side dish made in under 10 minutes! Fresh broccolini sautéed with garlic and olive oil for a tender-crisp texture and vibrant flavor — perfect with chicken, fish, or pasta.
Ingredients
- 1 bunch broccolini trimmed and rinsed
- 2–3 tablespoons olive oil or butter
- 2–3 garlic cloves minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: red pepper flakes for heat
- Optional: lemon juice or zest soy sauce, or balsamic vinegar
- Optional garnish: grated Parmesan or toasted almonds
Instructions
- Trim and rinse the broccolini, cutting off any tough ends. Pat dry.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add olive oil or butter.
- Add minced garlic and cook 30–60 seconds until fragrant.
- Add broccolini and sauté for 4–6 minutes, tossing often, until tender-crisp.
- Season with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes.
- Finish with lemon juice or zest if desired.
- Serve immediately, topped with Parmesan or almonds.
Notes
- Avoid overcrowding the pan — it helps keep the broccolini crisp.
- Add a splash of water or broth if the pan gets too dry.
- For vegan version, use olive oil and skip cheese.
- Best served immediately but can be reheated in a skillet.