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    Easy Grilled Broccolini with Lemon

    January 21, 2023 by Lauren 2 Comments

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    Easy Grilled Broccolini with Lemon is a grilled side everyone goes absolutely crazy over!  You’re going to love how easy, quick, and delicious this recipe is.  Serve it as a side dish to this lobster carbonara!

    Easy grilled broccolini with lemon on a black dish.
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    • Pro tip(s)
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    Broccolini is just better in every way.  It looks nicer on a plate (this is very important to me, for some reason), and it tastes better.  There’s just something special and ever-so-much-more elegant about it than the traditional broccoli florets. Which, I’ll admit, are also delicious.  But they just can’t compare. 

    If it’s between broccoli florets and broccolini? Broccolini every time.  Hands down, end of discussion!

    Just kidding, let’s keep discussing why you must try grilled broccolini with lemon! 

    Ingredients

    Sheet pan with all of the ingredients, labeled, that you need to make easy grilled broccolini.
    • Broccolini - a mild, earthy-tasting winter green.  It’s not technically baby broccolini.  It’s a hybrid cross between broccoli (the “regular” broccoli that comes to mind when you think of it), and Chinese broccoli.  It’s delicious and it looks fabulous on your plate.  
    • Olive oil - for tossing your broccolini in, adds flavor and health. 
    • Lemon juice - adds flavor and a bit of acidic zing. 
    • Kosher salt - always use kosher or sea salt when cooking.  Table salt has an unpleasant metallic taste and it’s just not worth ruining your dish over.  Himalayan salt is also a very nice choice, if you have it! 
    • Freshly ground black pepper - or whatever black pepper you have on hand.  It adds flavor.  
    • Garlic powder - I like to use garlic powder here because using real garlic is a risk when grilling.  If you burn minced garlic you can end up with a bitter flavor and you don’t want that! 
    • Oregano - for flavor, feel free to leave it out or substitute it for Italian seasoning.  
    • Red pepper flakes - they add a nice, small amount of heat.  If you’re sensitive to spice or serving this to kids, you may leave it out! 

    How to make easy broccolini with lemon:

    For the full list of instructions, scroll down to the recipe card. 

    I’m making this grilled broccolini on my Pit Boss Pellet Grill.  It's a great grill, it's not a Traeger, but I recommend it. 

    If for no other reason than the options for pellet flavors are endless (and cheaper than Traeger brand) - it’s overall just very user friendly.  That said, any grill will work for this recipe.  

    Let’s go over the steps: 

    Photo showing how to cut broccolini steps evenly.
    1. Preheat your grill to 425 degrees Fahrenheit. Clean and oil your grill grate.
    2. Cut the stems of the broccolini into equal widths.
    3. Drizzle olive oil, lemon juice, and spices over the broccolini and make sure you mix it together well.
    4. Place the broccolini directly onto the preheated grill over indirect heat. for 4-6 minutes on each side.
    5. Finish by placing the broccolini into direct heat in 30 second increments for a bit of a char (totally optional).
    6. You’ll know it’s finished when it’s fork tender.  Or al dente, I like mine on the firmer side.  
    Photo of broccolini on a pellet grill.

    Pro tip(s)

    If you’re making this alongside a main dish, such as smoked chicken thighs, or grilled pink shrimp, just add them to the grill as your main protein is almost finished and you have a complete meal!

    Not to mention, or perhaps I have already mentioned, that the look of broccolini on your plate seriously elevates the dish. Broccolini is gorgeous. 

    Grilled broccolini getting a nice char on the pellet grill.

    FAQs

    WHAT IS BROCCOLINI?

    A mild, earthy-tasting winter green.  It’s not technically baby broccolini.  It’s a hybrid cross between broccoli (the “regular” broccoli that comes to mind when you think of it), and Chinese broccoli.  It’s delicious and it looks fabulous on your plate.

    CAN YOU GRILL BROCCOLINI?

    Yes, my method is the best way to grill broccolini.  It’s easy, but if you’d like to complicate it, you can elevate it by adding shaved parmesan, shallots, and bacon bits.  Maybe even some crumbled goat cheese and a balsamic drizzle! I can imagine it…can you?

    WHY GRILL BROCCOLINI ON A PELLET GRILL?

    I love using a pellet grill.  The flavor options are endless when it comes to the pellets and they infuse so much flavor into your food! Also, the option to close the vent and cook over indirect heat is basically fool-proof. 

    Photo of the final shot of grilled broccolini with a nice char and grilled lemon slices.

    Substitutions and additions

    • Broccolini - you cannot substitute the broccolini for regular broccoli, but you can follow this recipe with asparagus in its place.  
    • Parmesan - Technically not a substitution, but you can add some shaved parmesan and take this side dish to the next level.  
    • Crumbled bacon - Again, not a substitution, but you can add a few bacon crumbles to the top of this side dish and really elevate it. 

    Storage and reheating

    Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. 

    Reheating - you can microwave the broccolini in a vented container with a splash of water for a minute on high.  After that, microwave in 30 second increments until it’s warmed through.

    Hero shot of grilled broccolini on a black plate.

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    Serve this grilled broccolini with:
    Smoked Chicken Thighs
    Grilled Pink Shrimp
    Lobster Ravioli (so pretty)
    Dutch Oven Pork Chops (don’t forget to brine them!)
    Meatballs with Marinara Sauce

    Recipe:

    Easy Grilled Broccolini with Lemon

    Easy Grilled Broccolini with Lemon is a grilled side to die for.  You’re going to love how easy, quick, and delicious this recipe is.  Not to mention—it looks great on your plate, way better than “regular” broccoli. 
    5 from 6 votes
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    Prep Time 2 minutes mins
    Cook Time 10 minutes mins
    Total Time 12 minutes mins
    Course Side Dish
    Cuisine American, Vegetable, Vegetarian
    Servings 2 people
    Calories 130 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • Broccolini 1 bunch
    • 2 tbsp olive oil extra virgin
    • 1 tsp lemon juice reserve the rest of the lemon for grilling
    • ½ tsp garlic powder
    • ½ tsp kosher salt
    • ½ tsp oregano
    • ½ tsp pepper freshly ground
    • ¼ tsp red pepper flakes

    Instructions
     

    • Preheat your grill to 425 degrees Fahrenheit. Clean and oil your grill grate.
    • Cut the broccolini stems into equal widths.
    • Drizzle olive oil, lemon juice, and spices over the broccolini and make sure you mix it together well.
    • Place the broccolini directly onto the preheated grill over indirect heat. for 4-6 minutes on each side.
    • Finish by placing the broccolini into direct heat in 30 second increments for a bit of a char (totally optional).

    Notes

    SUBSTITUTIONS AND ADDITIONS 
    Broccolini - you cannot substitute the broccolini for regular broccoli, but you can follow this recipe with asparagus in its place. 
    Parmesan - Technically not a substitution, but you can add some shaved parmesan and take this side dish to the next level. 
    Crumbled bacon - Again, not a substitution, but you can add a few bacon crumbles to the top of this side dish and really elevate it.  
    Storage and reheating
    Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. 
    Reheating - you can microwave the broccolini in a tented container with a splash of water for a minute on high.  And from there in 30 second increments until it’s warmed through. Or warm it on low heat on the grill or in a pan until it’s warm.  
     

    Nutrition

    Calories: 130kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Sodium: 586mg | Potassium: 30mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 86IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 12mg | Iron: 1mg
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    Nutrition Facts
    Easy Grilled Broccolini with Lemon
    Amount Per Serving
    Calories 130 Calories from Fat 126
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 14g22%
    Saturated Fat 2g13%
    Polyunsaturated Fat 1g
    Monounsaturated Fat 10g
    Sodium 586mg25%
    Potassium 30mg1%
    Carbohydrates 2g1%
    Fiber 1g4%
    Sugar 1g1%
    Protein 1g2%
    Vitamin A 86IU2%
    Vitamin C 1mg1%
    Calcium 12mg1%
    Iron 1mg6%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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    1. Amanda Leung

      January 25, 2023 at 2:16 pm

      Broccolini is my favorite veggie. This was amazing!!

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      • Lauren

        January 27, 2023 at 2:49 pm

        Aw thank you so much! <3

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