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Elevate your vegetable game with our Charred Broccolini recipe, featuring tender broccolini spears charred to perfection and seasoned with a hint of spice.
Whether you’re grilling, sautéing, or using a grill pan, this versatile dish is sure to become a favorite for its simplicity and delicious flavor. With just a few ingredients and minimal prep time, you can enjoy this healthy and delicious side dish in no time.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
This recipe is an example of how delicious simple, wholesome ingredients can be. Here’s why I think you’re going to love it.
- Quick and easy preparation: With minimal prep time and simple ingredients, this recipe comes together in a flash.
- Versatile cooking methods: Whether grilled, sautéed, or cooked on a grill pan, you can achieve delicious results every time.
- Healthy and nutritious: Broccolini is packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, making it a nutritious addition to any meal.
- Bold flavors: The charred edges and subtle spice from crushed red pepper elevate broccolini’s flavor profile.
Recipe Ingredients
- Fresh broccolini
- Grapeseed oil
- Cooking spray
- Salt and freshly cracked pepper
- Crushed red pepper (optional)
What is Broccolini?
Broccolini is one of those vegetables many of us pass by at the grocery store without actually giving it a try. This Charred Broccolini recipe is an easy way to experiment if you’ve never cooked broccolini before.
This hybrid vegetable is a cross between broccoli and Chinese broccoli, known as “gai lan.” Broccolini’s long, slender stems with small florets have a slightly sweeter flavor than traditional broccoli. And, very similarly to broccoli, broccolini can be enjoyed cooked through until softened or crisp and crunchy.
Serving Suggestions
This Charred Broccoli is a beautiful accompaniment to grilled chicken, steak, fish, or as part of a vegetarian nourish bowl. Pair it with our Creamy Dijon Chicken or alongside our Garlic Butter Shrimp Pasta with Blistered Cherry Tomatoes. Charred Broccolini would also make a great addition to this Herb-Roasted Gnocchi.
Not big on crushed red pepper? Sprinkle with grated parmesan or toasted almonds for added flavor and texture.
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Storage + Reheating Instructions
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, simply place the veggies on a baking sheet and warm in a preheated oven at 325°F until heated through.
Charred Broccolini FAQs
Are baby broccoli and broccolini the same thing?
Sometimes broccolini is referred to as ‘baby broccoli’, but broccolini is not a young version of broccoli. Broccolini is a hybrid vegetable that combines a Chinese broccoli varietal and broccoli.
What’s the difference between broccolini and broccoli rabe?
Broccoli rabe, also known as rapini, is more closely related to the turnip than to broccoli. Broccoli rabe has leafy greens that look and taste similarly to turnip greens or mustard greens. That said, broccoli rabe is a delicious, nutritious, cruciferous vegetable!
Can I prepare broccolini in advance for meal prepping?
Absolutely! Simply trim the stems and store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. When ready to use, follow the cooking instructions as directed in the recipe. However, note that this recipe is best served fresh for optimal flavor and texture.
Charred Broccolini
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Ingredients
- 10 ounces broccolini
- 1 tablespoon grapeseed oil
- Cooking spray
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Crushed red pepper flakes optional
Instructions
Grill Pan Method:
- Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat.
- Toss broccolini with grapeseed oil, salt and pepper. Spray the grill pan with cooking spray.
- Place broccolini in the grill pan and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until charred and tender.
- Remove from grill pan, top with crushed red pepper (optional) and serve immediately.
Grilling Method:
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
- Toss broccolini with grapeseed oil, salt and pepper.
- Grill broccolini for 3-4 minutes per side, or until charred and tender.
- Remove from grill, top with crushed red pepper (optional) and serve immediately
Sautéing Method:
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the grapeseed oil.
- Add broccolini to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, for 5-6 minutes, or until tender and slightly charred.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Remove from heat, top with crushed red pepper (optional) and serve hot.
This dish is excellent. So much flavor.
Thank you! I’m so glad you enjoyed it!