This naturally vegan and gluten-free recipe for Sauteed Broccolini is a simple, no-fuss side dish that your whole family will enjoy. Ready in less than fifteen minutes.
1-2tablespoonsroasted pine nuts or almond sliversoptional
freshly squeezed lemon juice for drizzlingI use about ¼ of a lemon
Instructions
Trim the ends of the broccolini.
Wash broccolini properly.
Cook broccolini in a large pot of salted boiling water until tender (calculate about 2-3 minutes after the water returns to a boil).
Transfer to a colander and drain. Set aside.
Over medium heat, drizzle olive oil in a large skillet or cast iron pan.
Sauté garlic and chili flakes for 1 to 2 minutes.
Add the broccolini and saute for 2-3 minutes or until tender.
Season with salt and pepper.
Sprinkle with pine nuts or almond slivers (if using).
Place on serving dish and drizzle freshly squeezed lemon juice.
Notes
You can find 1.5 pound bags of organic broccolini at Costco (Earthbound Farm).Please keep in mind that the nutritional information provided below is just a rough estimate and variations can occur depending on the specific ingredients used.