Broccoli Rabe with Garlic
Elevate your weeknight side dish game with this vibrant and nutrient-packed Broccoli Rabe with Garlic recipe! Perfectly balancing the slight bitterness of tender broccoli rabe (rapini) with golden sautéed garlic and a hint of heat from red pepper flakes, this quick and easy recipe comes together in just 20 minutes. Steamed to perfection and finished with a drizzle of optional fresh lemon juice, this dish delivers bold, zesty flavors that pair beautifully with roasted meats, hearty pasta, or crusty bread. Whether you're aiming to add more greens to your diet or looking for a versatile vegetarian option, this garlicky broccoli rabe is guaranteed to become a household favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 bunch Broccoli rabe (rapini)
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 4 cloves Garlic cloves, thinly sliced
- 0.25 teaspoons Red pepper flakes
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice (optional)
- 1 cup Water
Instructions
Trim the tough ends of the broccoli rabe and discard any yellowed leaves. Rinse thoroughly and pat dry.
In a large sauté pan or skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the sliced garlic to the hot oil and cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, until golden and fragrant. Be careful not to let the garlic burn.
Sprinkle the red pepper flakes into the pan and stir for 30 seconds to release their flavor.
Add the broccoli rabe to the pan in batches if necessary, tossing to coat in the garlic oil.
Pour in the water and cover the pan with a lid. Let the broccoli rabe steam for 3-4 minutes until it begins to soften.
Remove the lid, season with salt, and continue cooking for another 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the broccoli rabe is tender but still vibrant green and any residual water has evaporated.
Optional: Drizzle with lemon juice to brighten the flavors before serving.
Transfer to a serving dish and enjoy immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
435 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 42.9 g | 55% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.5 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1244 mg | 54% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 9.8 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.8 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.0 g | ||
| Protein | 6.2 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 209 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 3.5 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 676 mg | 14% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
