Maria's Broccoli Rabe

Maria's Broccoli Rabe
  • PREP TIME
    10 mins
  • COOK TIME
    20 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    30 mins
  • SERVING
    4 People
  • VIEWS
    712

Earthy and slightly bitter, this vibrant Broccoli Rabe recipe transforms a humble vegetable into an elegant side dish. A quick blanch and sauté with garlic and olive oil elevates it to new heights, perfect alongside roasted meats or as a sophisticated vegetarian option.

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    6 g
  • Cholesterol
    1 mg
  • Fiber
    3 g
  • Protein
    5 g
  • Saturated Fat
    3 g
  • Sodium
    53 mg
  • Sugar
    1 g
  • Fat
    17 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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01 Step

Recipe View 2 mins Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil. Score the base of the broccoli rabe stems with a shallow 'X'. This helps them cook evenly. (Prep time: 2 minutes)

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02 Step

Recipe View 5 mins Plunge the broccoli rabe into the boiling water and blanch for 3-5 minutes, until just tender-crisp. Drain immediately and set aside. (Cook time: 5 minutes)

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03 Step

Recipe View 2 mins In a large, heavy-bottomed skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant but not browned. (Cook time: 2 minutes)

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04 Step

Recipe View 10 mins Add the drained broccoli rabe to the skillet and sauté for 8-10 minutes, tossing frequently, until it reaches your desired level of tenderness. (Cook time: 10 minutes)

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05 Step

Recipe View 1 mins If desired, sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese just before serving. (Prep time: 1 minute)

For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the garlic as it sautés.
Blanching the broccoli rabe helps to mellow its bitterness.
A squeeze of fresh lemon juice at the end brightens the flavors.
To make it vegan, omit the Parmesan cheese and add a pinch of nutritional yeast.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.6/ 5 ( 237 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
  • Adelbert Beier

    This recipe is so easy and delicious! I never liked broccoli rabe before, but this changed my mind.

  • Merlin Carter

    I added some red pepper flakes for a little heat, and it was perfect!

  • Andres Glover

    The blanching step is key – it really takes away the bitterness.

  • Antonina Abshire

    Quick, easy, healthy and tasty. The perfect side dish

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