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An easy broccolini recipe with only three ingredients that your family will beg for! Get it on the table in less than 10 minutes!
Broccolini is one of those vegetable side dishes that goes with anything and is constantly requested in my house. It’s great for any time of year, but especially nice because Spring is finally here and we’re always looking for lighter recipes around that time. 
This easy 10 minute broccolini recipe is pan-seared and flavorful it’s the best way to make delicious pan fried baby broccoli, ever! It’s full of flavor, never bitter, and requires minimal effort.
Broccolini vs broccoli
What’s the difference between broccoli and broccolini? Well, they’re similar and come from the same family, but broccolini is a hybrid between broccoli and Chinese broccoli. It has long stems and small florets.
Broccolini has a mild, earthy taste compared to the more bitter taste of broccoli. Do you prefer broccoli or broccolini?
Also – FYI – this broccolini can be saved in the refrigerator for a few days and is delicious if you have leftovers to add to couscous, pasta, or just to serve as a healthy side dish to tomorrow’s Chicken Parmesan Burgers.
If you love broccolini as much as I do and want to try a different way of making it, try cooking it on a salt block with halibut.
This broccolini recipe is Whole30 approved and something you won’t get tired of because it’s that good. I love Whole30 recipes because I know that if a recipe is Whole30 compliant, I am eating fresh and whole ingredients.
Plus this easy broccolini recipe goes with just about anything and everything, so why not serve Broccolini with Marcona Almonds next to every dish you make?
There’s something about the sound of marcona almonds that just sounds so fancy to me.
So, marcona almonds. I love these little guys. They have an insane amount of flavor. They’re the most smooth and creamy almonds I have ever had.
I have a serious thing for marcona almonds. My Dad introduced me to them a few years ago and now I snack on them regularly and add them to recipes whenever I can, like this one and this Vegetarian Black Truffle Carbonara.
If you’re really trying to fancy up this dish, try adding a sprinkle of truffle salt before serving.
Healthy ingredient swaps
To keep this recipe Whole30 compliant, I used Filippo Berio’s Olive Oil. Many people prefer to cook with butter because it adds lots of flavor, but it also adds a lot of calories and cholesterol that our bodies don’t need!
I swap butter for olive oil in recipes all the time because it is always the healthier alternative. Plus, with Summer around the corner, we’re working on on our beach bods!
Broccolini makes an excellent low carb side dish. It’s versatile, quick, and delicious! If you’re looking for an easy to make vegetable side dish with lots of flavor, add this broccolini to your weekly rotation!
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Easy Broccolini Recipe With Marcona Almonds
Ingredients
- 1 bunch broccolini
- 2 tbsp marcona almonds, chopped
- 2 tbsp Felippo Berio Olive Oil
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat a medium sized non-stick pan with 1 tbsp of olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Cut the ends off of the broccolini, about 1-2 inches, and toss in a medium sized mixing bowl with 1 tbsp of olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Add the broccolini to the pan and sear for 4-6 minutes, until lightly charred (not burnt), tossing occasionally. Transfer to a plate when finished, sprinkle with chopped marcona almonds, and serve immediately.
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That sounds so good! This makes the perfect side for almost any protein. I have to make it.
i absolutely love broccolini. I like broccoli as well, but feel broccolini has a more buttery taste. Love it.
Totally agree!
I don’t think that I have ever tried broccolini. I am not a fan of broccoli, I can tolerate it in a soup but not on its own. It would be interesting to see if I like broccolini.
Interesting! What is it about the broccoli you don’t like? I love the crispiness of this broccolini and its much sweeter than broccoli.
Brocolini is one of my favorite veggies. This recipe seems easy and delicous. My kiddos are going to love this
I have never tasted marcona almonds before and glad to learn it here. First I need to find how is the taste of marcona almonds, hope to find them in local nuts stores here.
I would say they are sort of creamy and “softer†than a typical almond or nut. They are usually “marinated†in a little bit of olive oil. I’m not sure what you have around you, but I get them at Trader Joe’s (my fav) and Whole Foods.
A delicious side dish and the almonds are a fantastic way to add a little something different! Great idea using marcona almonds.
Simple recipes that if made with children also eat them!
This sounds absolutely delicious! I didn’t know the difference between broccoli and broccolini so that’s really helpful to know.
This looks interesting! I don’t think I have ever tried Broccolini before, but I absolutely love almonds! Thanks for sharing.
What a unique broccoli recipe! I’m keen to try this out!
this is the perfect side dish! It sounds delicious. I love that you have used broccolini instead of Broccoli.
It’s so much better!
I’m such a fan of broccolini! I have always had it in restaurants, but haven’t tried to make it myself.
I just tried your recipe and it was delicious!!
I’ve never made Broccolini before, but this looks amazing! I would love to try this sometime.
I learned something today haha. This is the first time to hear about broccolini. That sounds really delicious!
Looks so good! Such a healthy and delicious side…I love broccoli rabe so I can definitely make this with that.
wow this looks so good! i love broccoli in general but i never heard of Broccolini! it’s actually cute!
Ha! It is cute ☺ï¸
I really loved to try easy and yummy recipes like this and brocolli is my fave, I will definitely give this a try.
I absolutely love broccolini AND broccoli so i am def. Going to try this.
I am so making it. My family loves broccoli and broccolini. Loved the addition of almonds.
Thanks! Let me know how you like it ☺ï¸
Absolutely delicious!! I have picky eaters when it comes to something new, I fibbed a little and said it was baby broccoli. My girls (17&21) devoured it and went for seconds. I eventually came clean and told them what it was. We have had it four times in the last four nights! Going to try and mix it up a bit just not sure how at this point. I would recommend this dish to everyone!!
Thank you so much! Technically you weren’t lying, it pretty much is baby broccoli! 😉 If you have a trader joe’s near you, I love using the umami seasoning on broccolini with some salt and pepper.