Brocollini with Pecan Brown Butter

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
3%
Brocollini with Pecan Brown Butter
45 min.
10
141kcal

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Elevate your dining experience with this delightful Broccolini with Pecan Brown Butter, a side dish that perfectly balances flavor and nutrition. This vegetarian and gluten-free recipe is not only easy to prepare but also a feast for the senses, making it an ideal addition to any meal. With its vibrant green broccolini, rich brown butter, and the nutty crunch of toasted pecans, this dish is sure to impress your guests and family alike.

In just 45 minutes, you can create a stunning side that serves up to 10 people, making it perfect for gatherings or family dinners. The combination of sautéed shallots and garlic adds a depth of flavor that complements the broccolini beautifully, while the brown butter brings a luxurious richness that ties everything together. Each serving is a mere 141 calories, allowing you to indulge without the guilt.

Whether you're hosting a special occasion or simply looking to enhance your weeknight meals, this Broccolini with Pecan Brown Butter is a must-try. Its vibrant colors and enticing aromas will have everyone reaching for seconds. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to impress with this deliciously simple yet sophisticated side dish!

Ingredients

  • 2.3 pounds broccolini ( 4 bunches)
  • tablespoons butter ()
  • 10 servings kosher salt 
  •  garlic clove chopped
  • 0.5 cup pecans toasted coarsely chopped
  • 0.3 cup shallots finely chopped ( 2 medium)

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • paper towels
  • pot
  • ziploc bags

Directions

  1. Bring large pot of salted water to boil.
  2. Add broccolini; stir to separate and cook2 minutes.
  3. Drain.
  4. Transfer broccolini topaper towels to drain. Cool. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead. Wrap broccoliniin several layers of clean paper towels;enclose in resealable plastic bag and chill.
  5. Melt butter in extra-large skillet overmedium heat.
  6. Add shallots and garlic, thenpecans; sauté until shallots are soft, about3 minutes. Increase heat to medium-high;stir constantly until butter is browned andpecans are aromatic, about 3 minutes.
  7. Addbroccolini to skillet and toss gently untilheated through, about 7 minutes. Season totaste with coarse salt and pepper.
  8. Transferto platter and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories141kcal
Protein11.72%
Fat63.75%
Carbs24.53%

Properties

Glycemic Index
12
Glycemic Load
0.29
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
8.4469564550597%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.53mg
Delphinidin
0.36mg
Catechin
0.36mg
Epigallocatechin
0.28mg
Epicatechin
0.04mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.11mg
Quercetin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:141.17kcal
7.06%
Fat:10.38g
15.98%
Saturated Fat:4.62g
28.9%
Carbohydrates:8.99g
3%
Net Carbohydrates:7.12g
2.59%
Sugar:3.07g
3.41%
Cholesterol:18.06mg
6.02%
Sodium:278.58mg
12.11%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.29g
8.59%
Vitamin C:94.27mg
114.27%
Vitamin A:2013.98IU
40.28%
Manganese:0.25mg
12.28%
Calcium:80.38mg
8.04%
Fiber:1.88g
7.5%
Iron:1.07mg
5.96%
Copper:0.07mg
3.28%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.48%
Phosphorus:19.74mg
1.97%
Magnesium:7.48mg
1.87%
Vitamin E:0.27mg
1.78%
Vitamin B6:0.03mg
1.74%
Zinc:0.26mg
1.73%
Potassium:43.31mg
1.24%
Source:Epicurious