Description
A vibrant and healthy vegetable side featuring charred broccolini protein-rich white beans a botanical pistachio sauce and golden fried shallots.
Ingredients
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12 oz Broccolini.
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1 can cannellini beans.
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1 bunch red chard.
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3 large shallots.
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1/4 cup toasted pistachios.
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3 tbsp fresh parsley.
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1 lemon (juiced).
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1/4 tsp red pepper flakes.
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Parmesan cheese.
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Olive oil.
Instructions
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Whisk together chopped pistachios parsley lemon juice and oil for the sauce.
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Slow-fry thinly sliced shallots in oil until golden and crispy then set aside on a paper towel.
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Sear the broccolini stalks in batches until tender and charred then remove from the pan.
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Wilt the red chard with red pepper flakes then stir in the white beans and return the stalks.
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Toss everything together and season with salt and freshly cracked black pepper.
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Transfer to a plate and spoon the pistachio sauce over the warm vegetables.
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Garnish with plenty of grated Parmesan and the crispy shallots before serving.
Notes
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Using slow-fried shallots is the key to the professional-grade artisanal crunch of this side dish.
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Always sear the vegetables in small batches to ensure a professional-grade golden browning.
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This dish is perfect for social gatherings and stays fresh for up to 3 days in the fridge.
- Prep Time: 15 mins.
- Cook Time: 25 mins.
- Category: Side Dish.
- Method: Searing/Sautéing.
- Cuisine: Mediterranean Fusion.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup.
- Calories: ~ 215 kcal.
- Sugar: ~ 2g.
- Sodium: ~ 310mg.
- Fat: ~ 14g.
- Saturated Fat: ~ 2g.
- Unsaturated Fat: ~ 12g.
- Trans Fat: ~ 0g.
- Carbohydrates: ~ 18g.
- Fiber: ~ 6g.
- Protein: ~ 7g.
- Cholesterol: ~ 5mg.
Keywords: Broccolini, Cannellini Beans, Crispy Shallots, Healthy Vegetable Sides, Pistachio Pesto Recipes, New York Recipe.