This grilled broccolini is perfect for a fresh, flavorful side dish for all of your summer grilling favorites!
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Why this recipe works
This simple grilled side dish is one of my favorite go-to recipes for a quick and easy side for grilling season. The smokey char from grilled vegetables transforms them into something almost magical in just minutes.
Cooking broccolini on the grill is a great option because it needs almost no prep. Just a quick rinse and a toss in some oil and seasoning and it's read to go!
What is Broccolini?
If you're new to broccolini you way be wondering what is broccolini? What's the difference between broccolini and broccoli? Is broccolini just baby broccoli?
Broccolini is not young Broccoli at all! It's actually a hybrid plant that resulted from crossbreeding of traditional broccoli and the more leafy Chinese broccoli in Japan in the early 90's.
Broccolini has long thin stalks with loose florets at the top that turn into small yellow flowers when mature. Broccoli has shorter, much thicker stalks and larger tighter florets.
Broccolini is now grown in California and other Southwestern states and is typically available year round.
What does Broccolini taste like?
Broccolini is milder and slightly sweeter than broccoli, which tends to be more bittersweet. The mild flavor of Broccolini is perfect for simple seasoning, to let the fresh flavor shine. It is often served roasted, sauteed, grilled, or steamed.
Ingredients
For this simple grilled broccolini recipe you'll need a little olive oil, Kosher salt, and ground pepper.
How to grill broccolini
- Preheat your grill to medium high heat. Trim an inch from the bottom of the stalks, then rinse and dry the broccolini.
- Add to a large bowl or sheet pan and drizzle with olive oil, then toss to coat. Sprinkle with salt and pepper and toss again.
- Place the broccolini on the grill and cook for around 7 minutes, flipping occasionally, until lightly charred, then remove and serve.
What to serve with broccolini
This grilled broccolini is crisp and flavorful with the smokey char from the grill. It goes great with grilled or roasted meats, chicken, and seafood. Here are some of my favorites:
- Grilled Flank Steak
- Perfect Reverse Sear Steak
- Grilled Bone-In Pork Chops
- Spinach and Feta Turkey Burgers
- Grilled Chicken Caprese with Pesto
Broccolini Tips and FAQs
Store fresh broccolini in the crisper drawer of your refrigerator for up to 5 days. Store leftover grilled broccolini in an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3-4 days. Reheat in a skillet over medium heat, tossing occasionally, until warm, or in the microwave.
Yes, the stems and leaves of broccolini are all edible. They are much more tender than broccoli stems and have a crisp, crunchy texture.
For a spicy flavor add a teaspoon of crushed red pepper when seasoning your broccolini. Or for a brighter flavor add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice after grilling the broccolini. A dusting of finely shaved parmesan cheese is another great way to finish of grilled broccolini.
A 3.5 ounce serving of raw broccolini contains 35 calories. It also contains around 3.5 grams of fiber, 40% of your daily vitamin A and 100% of your vitamin C. So it's a nutritious vegetable to add to your diet.
📖 Recipe
Grilled Broccolini Recipe
Ingredients
- 1½ pounds broccolini
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your grill to medium high heat. Trim an inch from the bottom of the stalks, then rinse and dry the broccolini.
- Add to a large bowl or sheet pan and drizzle with olive oil, then toss to coat. Sprinkle with salt and pepper and toss again.
- Place the broccolini on the grill and cook for around 7 minutes, flipping occasionally, until lightly charred, then remove and serve.
Nutrition Facts
* All nutrition information we provide are estimates based on third party calculators. We encourage you to calculate these on your own for accurate results.
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