Enjoy a healthy and flavorful side dish with this grilled lemon broccolini recipe. The broccolini is lightly grilled to perfection, giving it a smoky and charred flavor. The addition of fresh lemon juice adds a tangy and refreshing taste. Serve this dish with your favorite protein for a well-balanced meal.
Ingredients
- 1 bunch broccolini
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lemon, juiced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions
- Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
- Trim the ends of the broccolini and rinse it thoroughly.
- In a bowl, toss the broccolini with olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
- Place the broccolini on the grill and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until it becomes slightly charred and tender.
- Remove the broccolini from the grill and transfer it to a serving plate.
- Drizzle with additional lemon juice and season with salt and pepper, if desired.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Broccolini is a hybrid vegetable, a cross between broccoli and Chinese kale.
Grilling broccolini brings out its natural sweetness and enhances its vibrant green color.
Lemon juice not only adds flavor but also helps to tenderize the broccolini.