Barbecued broccolini with tomatoes & feta

Prep 10 mins | Cook 3 mins | Serves 4

This is great side dish to serve at a barbecue or casual dinner.

¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
2 tsp finely grated lemon rind
2 tbs lemon juice
2 garlic cloves, crushed
1/2 tsp dried chilli flakes
2 bunches broccolini
250g tomato medley or mini roma tomatoes, halved
1/3 cup roasted almonds, roughly chopped
75g feta cheese, crumbled
Extra virgin olive oil and lemon wedges, to serve

Step 1 Combine 2 tbs oil, lemon rind, lemon juice, garlic and chilli flakes in a bowl. Brush broccolini with the garlic mixture.

Step 2 Preheat a barbecue plate or char-grill on medium-high heat. Barbecue or char-grill broccolini for 2-3 minutes, turning often, until slightly charred and just tender. Transfer to a serving platter.

Step 3 Sprinkle broccolini with tomatoes, almonds and feta. Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil and serve with lemon wedges.

Good for you ... Broccolini
Broccolini

An excellent source of vitamin C, one of the vitamins that contributes to the body’s immune function.

A good source of beta carotene, which the body converts to vitamin A. This vitamin is necessary for the structure and function of our skin and also for normal vision.

Provides folate, one the B vitamins needed for normal blood as well as growth and development in children.

A good source of dietary fibre, which is important for maintaining the function of the intestine.