Roasted Garlic Broccolini

This roasted broccolini comes out of the oven with tender stalks, crispy tips and a salty finish. It’s a great side dish for any main course. Ready in less than 20 minutes with very minimal prep work, this simple yet beautifully arranged platter deserves a spot on your dining table. 

3 bunches broccolini 

8 cloves garlic 

3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

1 ½ teaspoons coarse sea salt

1 teaspoon lemon zest

1/2 teaspoon chili flakes

2 tablespoons grated Parmigiano Reggiano 

Preheat the oven to 400°F. Trim off the last inch of the broccolini stems. Remove the garlic cloves from the paper wrapping.  Place broccolini and garlic on a baking tray and drizzle with 2 tablespoons of olive oil and 1 teaspoon of salt. Roast in the oven for 15 minutes until the broccolini is beginning to crisp up and the garlic is browned but not burnt. 

Arrange on a platter and drizzle with the remaining olive oil.  Sprinkle with lemon zest, chili flakes, remaining salt, and grated Parmigiano Reggiano cheese. Serve immediately.

Serves 4-6