Broccolini is one of my new favorite vegetables. I had never had it until just a few weeks ago. For those that don't know, I am a huge fan of broccoli. I literally could eat it every single day. It's a wonder I had not had broccolini before now. If you haven't had it before, you should definitely try this recipe. This is a great side dish idea for Thanksgiving because it is healthy and very simple to make. Also, you need a few non-starchy vegetables served on this calorie-loaded day!
Buttery Lemon Broccolini
Serves 4 - can be doubled for 8 servings
Adapted from: http://www.myrecipes.com/recipe/buttery-lemon-broccolini-10000001932670/
Ingredients:
4 quarts water
3/4 teaspoon salt, divided
2 (6 ounce) packages of broccolini
1 tablespoon light butter, softened
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon rind
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
Directions:
-Bring 4 quarts of water to a boil in a large saucepan; add 1/2 teaspoon salt. Cook broccolini in batches for 5 minutes; remove with a slotted spoon. Drain and discard the water.
-Combine softened butter, lemon rind, and lemon juice with a fork until blended. Return broccolini to the saucepan over medium high heat and stir in the butter mixture. Add in the 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/8 teaspoon black pepper. Toss the broccolini until coated well with all ingredients.
-Serve
Enjoy! :)
*Tip:
-If you don't think you will like the buttery lemon broccolini, you could alter this dish and do garlic and parmesan cheese instead of the lemon. I've tried both versions and they are equally tasty.
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