Simple Lemon Roasted Broccolini

Have you tried broccolini yet? It is certainly my new favourite veggie. A cross between broccoli and Chinese Kale, it has a sweeter taste than broccoli. Subsequently, the stalks are thin and delicate. As an added bonus, you also receive 105% of your daily vitamin C in one serving. Broccolini is becoming a lot more common; you’ll likely find it on the menu at Italian restaurants on top of pizza or in past! This Simple Lemon Roasted Broccolini recipe is the perfect side dish for any meal!

Roastingsimply means to cook in an oven using dry heat. I’m a big fan of roasting veggies (see my past blog post on how to roast veggies). This is because roasting browns the surface of the food, which leads to new caramelized flavours and intensified aromas!

Additionally, be sure to try a squeeze of lemon and season with salt and pepper at the end for an added pop of zesty flavour.

• Prep time: 5-10 minutes
• Cook time: 18-25 minutes

Ingredients:

• 1 bunch broccolini, chopped into pieces
• 1-2 tbsp Canola oil
• Sprinkle of salt
• Squeeze lemon on top

Roasted Broccolini Directions:

1. Firstly, Pre-heat oven to 425F.
2. Remove little leaves from broccolini. Clean and dry.
3. Toss broccolini with canola oil to lightly coat. Sprinkle with kosher salt.
4. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and spread the broccolini evenly. Be careful not to over-crowd your baking sheet.
5. Roast broccolini for 18-25 minutes. Turn them halfway during cooking to prevent burning.
6. When you turn the pieces halfway through cooking, sprinkle with parmesan cheese. Return tray of broccolini to the oven.
7. Cook until golden brown with caramelization. You will know roasted broccolini is done when it is a golden brown and can be pierced with a fork.

Let us know what you think of this Simple Lemon Roasted Broccolini!! 🙂

Simple Lemon Roasted Broccolini

Yield: 3-4

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 18 minutes

Total Time: 23 minutes

This is simply elegant with flavours an citrus. If you haven't tried broccolini yet, you will LOVE it!

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Ingredients

• 1 bunch broccolini, chopped into pieces
• 1-2 tbsp Canola oil
• Sprinkle of salt
• Squeeze lemon on top

Instructions

1. Firstly, pre-heat oven to 425F.
2. Remove little leaves from broccolini. Clean and dry.
3. Toss broccolini with canola oil to lightly coat. Sprinkle with kosher salt.
4. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and spread the broccolini evenly. Be careful not to over-crowd your baking sheet.
5. Roast broccolini for 18-25 minutes. Turn them halfway during cooking to prevent burning.
6. When you turn the pieces halfway through cooking, sprinkle with parmesan cheese. Return tray of broccolini to the oven.
7. Cook until golden brown with caramelization. You will know roasted broccolini is done when it is a golden brown and can be pierced with a fork.