Jul 14 2026
Restaurantsil BucoBroccolini Di Cicco Recipe

Broccolini Di Cicco Recipe

Inspired by il Buco
Time30m
Serves4

labne, za'atar

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Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Broccolini

    Rinse the broccolini under cold water to remove any dirt. Trim the ends of the stems if needed, and set aside.

  2. 2

    Make the Za'atar Oil

    In a small bowl, mix the za'atar with olive oil and a pinch of salt to create a paste. Set aside.

  3. 3

    Prepare the Labneh

    Spoon the labneh into a serving dish and spread it evenly across the bottom, creating a smooth base for the broccolini to sit on.

Cooking

  1. 4

    Blanch the Broccolini

    Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the broccolini and blanch for about 2-3 minutes until bright green and tender-crisp. Drain and immediately transfer to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process.

  2. 5

    Drizzle with Za'atar Oil

    Once the broccolini is cooled, drain it from the ice water and pat dry with a kitchen towel. Arrange the broccolini on top of the labneh in the serving dish and drizzle the za'atar oil mixture over the top.

Serving

  1. 6

    Garnish and Serve

    Finish the dish with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice over the broccolini and serve immediately, either warm or at room temperature.

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