Broccoli Rabe with Garlic Tomatoes and Red Pepper
Experience the bold and vibrant flavors of this *Broccoli Rabe with Garlic Tomatoes and Red Pepper* recipe, a delightful blend of tender greens, juicy cherry tomatoes, and a touch of heat. Perfectly blanched broccoli rabe meets blistered tomatoes infused with aromatic garlic and a hint of crushed red pepper flakes, bringing a beautiful balance of bitterness, sweetness, and spice to your plate. This quick and easy dish, ready in just 25 minutes, is a versatile side that pairs wonderfully with grilled proteins or can shine as a hearty main served over pasta, quinoa, or rice. Packed with nutrients and Mediterranean-inspired flavors, it’s a healthy, crowd-pleasing option you’ll want to make again and again.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 bunch Broccoli rabe
- 1.5 cups Cherry tomatoes
- 4 cloves Garlic
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons Crushed red pepper flakes
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 8 cups Water (for blanching)
Instructions
Fill a large pot with 8 cups of water and bring it to a boil. Add a generous pinch of salt to the water.
Trim the tough ends off the broccoli rabe and discard. Cut the broccoli rabe into 3-inch pieces, if necessary, to make it easier to handle.
Blanch the broccoli rabe in the boiling water for 2 minutes, then transfer it immediately to an ice bath to stop the cooking process. Drain the broccoli rabe and set it aside.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the cherry tomatoes and cook for 5-6 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they begin to soften and blister.
Mince the garlic cloves. Push the tomatoes to one side of the skillet and add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil to the cleared space. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes to the oil, cooking for 1-2 minutes until fragrant but not browned.
Add the blanched broccoli rabe to the skillet, tossing it with the tomatoes, garlic, and red pepper flakes to combine. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
Continue cooking for another 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the broccoli rabe is tender and heated through.
Serve warm as a side dish or over cooked grains or pasta for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
495 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.8 g | 56% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.8 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1278 mg | 56% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 19.6 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.8 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.9 g | ||
| Protein | 11.0 g | 22% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 321 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 5.8 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 1078 mg | 23% | |
*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.
