Broccolini with Smoked Paprika, Almonds, and Garlic

A vibrant side dish featuring crisp-tender broccolini tossed with toasted almonds, garlic, and smoky paprika. The dish is finished with a splash of sherry vinegar for brightness and balanced flavor.

6 servings
12 min

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
  • ½ cup whole almonds, coarsely chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • teaspoons smoked paprika
  • to taste coarse kosher salt
  • 2 pounds broccolini
  • cup water
  • 1 teaspoons Sherry wine vinegar

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    Heat 1 tablespoon oil in heavy large skillet over medium-high heat. Add almonds. Stir until lightly browned, 2 to 3 minutes. Add garlic and paprika. Sprinkle with coarse salt; sauté 1 minute. Transfer to small bowl. Add remaining 2 tablespoons oil to skillet. Add broccolini; sprinkle with coarse salt. Add 1/3 cup water. Cover and boil until crisp-tender and still bright green, about 4 minutes. Pour off any water. Stir in almond mixture. Season to taste with coarse salt and pepper. Mix in 1 to 2 teaspoons vinegar. Transfer broccolini to bowl and serve.

    12 min

  2. 2.

    Sometimes labeled Pimentón Dulce or Pimentón de La Vera Dulce; available at some supermarkets, at specialty foods stores, and from tienda.com.

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