Vegetable | Vegan Gluten Free Low Calorie Low Carb

Broccolini

Brassica oleracea var. italica x alboglabra Allergen-Free
Broccolini

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Brassicaceae
  • Primary Cuisine East Asian
  • Seasonality Year-Round
  • Source Plant

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Definition

A slender, mild hybrid vegetable combining the best qualities of broccoli and Chinese broccoli, known for its tender stems and small florets.

Sensory Profile

TasteMild,Slightly Bitter,Sweet (cooked)
TextureCrisp (raw),Tender-Crisp (cooked)
AromaEarthy,SlightlySulfurous
AcidityLow

Technical Metrics

Nutrition Facts

Per 88g
Calories34 kcal
Total Fat0.4 g
Saturated Fat0 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Protein2.8 g
Total Carbohydrate6.6 g
Dietary Fiber2.6 g
Total Sugars1.7 g
Calcium47 mg
Iron0.7 mg
Potassium316 mg

Chef’s Secret

To enhance tenderness and flavor, blanch broccolini briefly in salted boiling water before sautéing or roasting.

Substitutions

Best Match

Broccoli

1:1

Similar flavor and texture, slightly larger florets.

Asparagus

1:1

Good for similar cooking methods, different flavor profile.

Green Beans

1:1

Different texture but can be used in similar side dishes.

Chinese Broccoli (Gai Lan)

1:1

Closer botanical relation, more pronounced bitter notes.

Buying Guide

Choose firm, bright green stalks with tight florets. Avoid yellowing.

Flavor Pairings

Garlic lemon soy sauce sesame oil roasted meats fish.

Recipes Using Broccolini

Better Than Takeout Sesame Tofu image 169
Time To Make 60 Minutes Or Less Asian Preparation

Better Than Takeout Sesame Tofu

Craving takeout but want a healthier, tastier option? This crispy sesame tofu recipe is it! Perfectly crunchy tofu coated in a luscious, homemade sesame sauce and served over fluffy jasmine rice. Say goodbye to greasy takeout and hello to this easy-to-follow recipe that's ready in under an hour. We've swapped broccolini for broccoli for even more deliciousness!

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