Roasted Broccolini With Garlic Herb Crunch (Print Version)

Crisp-tender roasted broccolini crowned with a golden garlic-herb breadcrumb topping. Ready in 30 minutes.

# List of Ingredients:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 lb broccolini, trimmed

→ Oil & Seasonings

02 - 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, divided
03 - 1/2 tsp kosher salt
04 - 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper

→ Garlic Herb Crunch

05 - 1 cup fresh breadcrumbs (from good-quality bread)
06 - 2 garlic cloves, finely minced
07 - 2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
08 - 1 tbsp fresh chives, finely chopped (optional)
09 - 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves (or 1/2 tsp dried thyme)
10 - 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
11 - Zest of 1 lemon

# Step-by-step Instructions:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Arrange the broccolini on the baking sheet. Drizzle with 2 tbsp olive oil, sprinkle with salt and pepper, and toss to coat evenly. Spread in a single layer.
03 - Roast for 15–18 minutes until crisp-tender and slightly charred at the edges.
04 - While the broccolini roasts, heat the remaining 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
05 - Add the breadcrumbs to the skillet, stirring often, until golden and crispy, about 3–4 minutes.
06 - Remove the skillet from heat. Stir in the parsley, chives, thyme, red pepper flakes (if using), and lemon zest. Season with a pinch of salt.
07 - Transfer the roasted broccolini to a serving platter. Sprinkle generously with the garlic herb crunch topping. Serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The garlic herb crunch on top is the kind of thing you will start putting on everything once you try it.
  • It takes almost no effort but looks like you spent real time on it.
  • That slightly charred edge on the broccolini paired with bright lemon zest is genuinely addictive.
02 -
  • If you walk away from the breadcrumbs for even a minute they will go from golden to burnt so stay at the stove.
  • The topping loses its crunch after about 30 minutes so time this to go straight to the table.
03 -
  • Tear the bread by hand instead of using a food processor for a more rustic, varied crumb that crisps unevenly in the best way.
  • Let the broccolini sit undisturbed for the first 10 minutes of roasting so it actually chars instead of steaming.

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