Broccolini Amandine

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Perfectly steamed broccolini seasoned with a nutty, buttery almond topping in just 10 minutes is a side dish that can't be beat. Broccolini is a bit milder and sweeter than broccoli and, because its stalks are thinner, broccolini requires less prep work than broccoli. However, if the stalks are thicker than 1/2 inch, cut them in half lengthwise. Pair this quick side dish with everything from pan-seared fish to roasted chicken.

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Julia Levy
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Julia Levy

Julia Levy has been working in recipe publishing for almost a decade, but testing recipes for as long as she's been able to wield a spoon.

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Published on January 10, 2024
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Amanda Holstein
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Tested by Amanda Holstein

Amanda Holstein fell in love with baking at the age of 6, and has continued to grow her passion through culinary school and working in bakeries. For more than 10 years, she worked at multiple well-known restaurants and bakeries in the Orlando, Florida, area, preparing delicious scratch-made desserts and assisting with dinner events, before becoming a test kitchen assistant at Dotdash Meredith.

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Emily Lachtrupp, M.S., RD
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Reviewed by Dietitian Emily Lachtrupp, M.S., RD

Emily Lachtrupp is a registered dietitian experienced in nutritional counseling, recipe analysis and meal plans. She's worked with clients who struggle with diabetes, weight loss, digestive issues and more. In her spare time, you can find her enjoying all that Vermont has to offer with her family and her dog, Winston.

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a recipe photo of the Broccoli Amandine
Photo:

Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless
Active Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
10 mins
Servings:
4
Nutrition Profile:
Sesame-Free Soy-Free High-Fiber Vegetarian Egg-Free Gluten-Free
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the ingredients to make the Broccoli Amandine

Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless

Ingredients

  • 2 (6-ounce) bunches fresh broccolini, trimmed

  • 1/3 cup water

  • 1/2 teaspoon salt, divided

  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter

  • 1/4 cup sliced almonds

  • 1/4 cup chopped shallot

  • 1 tablespoon thinly sliced garlic

  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest

Directions

  1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat until hot. Add broccolini and water; cover and cook, shaking the pan often, until bright green and tender-crisp, about 4 minutes. Transfer the broccolini to a plate; sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon salt.

    a step in making the Broccoli Amandine

    Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless

  2. Wipe the pan clean; reduce heat to medium. Add butter, almonds, shallot and garlic; cook, stirring occasionally, until the almonds are toasted, the butter smells nutty and the shallot is translucent, 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in the remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt.

    a step in making the Broccoli Amandine

    Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless

  3. Drizzle the broccolini with the almond mixture; sprinkle with lemon zest.

    a step in making the Broccoli Amandine

    Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Julian Hensarling, Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

152 Calories
13g Fat
9g Carbs
4g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Serving Size about 1 cup
Calories 152
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 9g 3%
Dietary Fiber 4g 14%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 4g 7%
Total Fat 13g 16%
Saturated Fat 6g 29%
Cholesterol 23mg 8%
Vitamin A 140µg
Vitamin C 46mg 51%
Vitamin D 0µg
Vitamin E 3mg 20%
Folate 96µg
Vitamin K 104µg
Sodium 292mg 13%
Calcium 82mg 6%
Iron 1mg 5%
Magnesium 39mg 9%
Potassium 335mg 7%
Zinc 1mg 6%
Vitamin B12 0µg
Omega 3 0g

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.

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