Best 2 Baked Broccolini Recipes

**Baked Broccolini: A Simple Yet Flavorful Side Dish**

If you're looking for a quick and easy side dish that's both healthy and delicious, look no further than baked broccolini. This simple dish can be prepared in just minutes and requires only a handful of ingredients. Plus, it's a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.

This article provides three different recipes for baked broccolini, each with its own unique flavor profile. The first recipe is a classic roasted broccolini dish, tossed with olive oil, garlic, and Parmesan cheese. The second recipe adds a bit of spice with a chili-lime marinade, while the third recipe features a tangy lemon-herb dressing.

No matter which recipe you choose, you're sure to enjoy this delicious and nutritious side dish. Serve it alongside your favorite grilled meats or fish, or simply enjoy it on its own as a healthy snack.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

SHEET-PAN BAKED FETA WITH BROCCOLINI, TOMATOES AND LEMON

Sheet-Pan Baked Feta With Broccolini, Tomatoes and Lemon image

When baked, feta gains an almost creamy texture, similar to goat cheese but with feta's characteristic tang. In this easy vegetarian sheet-pan dinner, broccolini (or broccoli), grape tomatoes and lemon slices roast alongside the feta until the broccolini crisp, the tomatoes burst and the lemon rinds soften. (Remember, broccolini has a tender, delicious stalk so only the bottom 1/2-inch needs to be trimmed.) Serve this dish over a pile of orzo for a complete meal. If you like, cut the broccolini, feta and lemon into bite-size pieces and toss with the orzo.

Provided by Yasmin Fahr

Categories dinner, easy, lunch, weeknight, one pot, vegetables, main course, side dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1 bunch broccolini, ends trimmed, thick stalks split lengthwise, or broccoli, stalks trimmed and cut into bite-size pieces
1 pint grape tomatoes, halved (about 2 cups)
1 small red onion, peeled, quartered and cut into 2-inch wedges
1 lemon, 1/2 cut into thin rounds and the remaining 1/2 left intact, for serving
3 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for serving
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon red-pepper flakes
Kosher salt and black pepper
2 (6- to 8-ounce) blocks feta, cut into 1-inch slices
Cooked orzo or farro, for serving
1/2 cup fresh basil or cilantro leaves and fine stems, roughly chopped (optional)

Steps:

Heat the oven to 400 degrees with a rack set in the lower third. On a sheet pan, combine the broccolini, tomatoes, onion and lemon slices with the olive oil and toss. Add cumin and red-pepper flakes, season with salt and pepper, and toss again until evenly coated. Nestle the feta slices into the vegetables. (It's OK if they break apart a little.)
Roast 15 to 20 minutes, stirring halfway through but leaving the feta in place, until the broccolini is charred at the tips, the stems are easily pierced with a fork and the tomato skins start to blister and break down.
Serve over orzo or farro. Drizzle with olive oil and serve with the remaining lemon half for squeezing. Top with fresh herbs, if using.

BAKED BROCCOLINI

Baked Broccolini image

Broccoli is my favorite vegetable, but when I came across this roasted broccolini recipe, I wanted to try it out. This dish is really tasty and I think other kids will love it, too. -Katie Helliwell, Hinsdale, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

Ingredients

3/4 pound Broccolini or broccoli spears
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

Preheat oven to 425°. Place Broccolini in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Combine lemon juice, oil, salt and pepper; drizzle over Broccolini and toss to coat., Bake, uncovered, 10-15 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 97 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 320mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

Choose fresh broccolini: Look for broccolini with bright green florets and tender stems. Avoid any bunches with yellowing or wilted leaves.
Trim the broccolini: Cut off the tough ends of the broccolini stems. You can also peel the stems if they are particularly thick.
Toss the broccolini with oil and seasonings: This will help the broccolini to brown and caramelize in the oven. You can use olive oil, avocado oil, or another high-heat cooking oil. Season the broccolini with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and any other desired spices.
Roast the broccolini at a high temperature: This will help the broccolini to cook quickly and evenly. Aim for a temperature of 425 degrees Fahrenheit (220 degrees Celsius).
Roast the broccolini until it is tender-crisp: The broccolini should be tender enough to easily pierce with a fork, but it should still have a slight crunch. This usually takes about 10-12 minutes.
Serve the broccolini immediately: Broccolini is best served hot out of the oven. You can garnish it with grated Parmesan cheese, lemon zest, or chopped nuts.

Conclusion:

Baked broccolini is a healthy and delicious side dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables, and it can also be used as a topping for salads, pizzas, and grain bowls. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can make a delicious and nutritious meal that the whole family will love.