Best 6 Baked Broccoli Rabe With Parmesan Recipes

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Broccoli rabe, also known as rapini, is a cruciferous vegetable with a slightly bitter taste and a crunchy texture. It is a popular ingredient in Italian cuisine and is often served sautéed, steamed, or roasted. In this article, we will explore a delicious recipe for Baked Broccoli Rabe with Parmesan, a flavorful and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a healthy and satisfying meal. Additionally, we will provide variations and tips for cooking broccoli rabe in different ways, including a simple sautéed broccoli rabe recipe and a zesty lemon-garlic broccoli rabe recipe. Whether you are a seasoned cook or a beginner in the kitchen, this article has something for everyone who loves this versatile vegetable. So, get ready to discover new and exciting ways to enjoy broccoli rabe and impress your taste buds with its unique flavor.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

PARMESAN-ROASTED BROCCOLI



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Looking for a new way to eat broccoli? Try Ina Garten's Parmesan-Roasted Broccoli, with lemon, Parmesan and pine nuts, from Barefoot Contessa on Food Network.

Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     side-dish

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 to 5 pounds broccoli
4 garlic cloves, peeled and thinly sliced
Good olive oil
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
3 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted
1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons julienned fresh basil leaves (about 12 leaves)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
  • Cut the broccoli florets from the thick stalks, leaving an inch or two of stalk attached to the florets, discarding the rest of the stalks. Cut the larger pieces through the base of the head with a small knife, pulling the florets apart. You should have about 8 cups of florets. Place the broccoli florets on a sheet pan large enough to hold them in a single layer. Toss the garlic on the broccoli and drizzle with 5 tablespoons olive oil. Sprinkle with the salt and pepper. Roast for 20 to 25 minutes, until crisp-tender and the tips of some of the florets are browned.
  • Remove the broccoli from the oven and immediately toss with 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil, the lemon zest, lemon juice, pine nuts, Parmesan, and basil. Serve hot.

ROASTED BROCCOLI RABE



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Provided by Valerie Bertinelli

Categories     side-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 large bunch broccoli rabe, trimmed and cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
1 pint cherry tomatoes
2 shallots, sliced
Olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Toss the broccoli rabe, tomatoes and shallots in enough olive oil to thoroughly coat. Sprinkle with some salt and pepper. Spread the vegetables onto 2 large baking sheets (avoid crowding the sheets). Roast until the tomatoes have burst and the broccoli rabe is browned around the edges and cooked through, about 25 minutes. Transfer to a platter or large bowl to serve.

BAKED BROCCOLI RABE WITH PARMESAN



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Broccoli rabe usually doesn't make it past a sauté pan with garlic and olive oil, nor does it need to. But the extra step of baking it in the oven with a shower of grated Parmesan on top - a suggestion from the chef John Schenk that was written up in a 1997 Minimalist column - is one to try. Blanch the broccoli rabe until it's bright green and nearly tender, then cook it in a pan with golden toasted garlic. From there, put it in a baking dish, sprinkle with cheese, and bake until it the cheese melts, which Parmesan does unevenly - but in a good way. This is a recipe that can easily be started, stopped and picked back up later, either after the blanching or after the sautéing. It can also be served at room temperature, so despite the three-step cooking process, it's pretty flexible.

Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     dinner, lunch, quick, salads and dressings, side dish

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

Salt
3 pounds broccoli rabe, washed and trimmed
2 to 4 tablespoons olive oil, plus some for greasing the pan
10 garlic cloves, peeled and sliced
1 cup grated Parmigiano-Reggiano

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to boil. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Drop broccoli rabe into the water, and cook until bright green and tender, about 3 minutes. Remove, and plunge into ice water. Drain.
  • Place 2 tablespoons olive oil in a skillet, and turn heat to medium-high. Toast garlic in oil until golden. Chop broccoli rabe into pieces, about an inch or two long, and add to skillet. Toss, then turn off heat.
  • Add broccoli rabe mixture to a baking dish. Sprinkle with grated cheese, and bake until cheese melts, about 10 minutes. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 191, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams, Carbohydrate 9 grams, Fat 13 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 14 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 599 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram

BROCCOLI RABE & GARLIC PASTA



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"I created this because I needed a quick entrée with few ingredients. The garlic flavored oil makes the broccoli rabe less bitter, and with toasted garlic, it's a great dish." -Mary Ann Lee, Clifton Park, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

12 ounces uncooked linguine
1 pound broccoli rabe
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1 cup chicken broth, divided
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cook linguine according to package directions. Meanwhile, trim 1/2 in. from broccoli rabe stems; discard any coarse or damaged leaves. Rinse broccoli rabe in cold water and cut into 2-in. pieces; set aside., In a large skillet, saute garlic in oil for 1 minute. Add the broccoli rabe, salt, pepper, pepper flakes and 1/2 cup broth. Bring to a boil., Reduce heat; cover and cook for 3-5 minutes or until broccoli rabe is tender. Drain linguine; add to the pan. Stir in parsley and enough remaining broth to moisten the linguine. Sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 428 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 518mg sodium, Carbohydrate 69g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 18g protein.

SPICY BROCCOLI RABE WITH PARMESAN AND PINE NUTS



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Provided by Rhoda Boone

Categories     Garlic     Side     Parmesan     Pine Nut     Broccoli Rabe     Anchovy     Sugar Conscious     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 pounds broccoli rabe (about 2 bunches) trimmed and sliced into 2-inch pieces
3 tablespoons olive oil
4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced crosswise
1/2 to 3/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
4 oil-packed anchovy fillets
1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more for blanching
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 ounce parmesan, shaved in strips using a peeler (1/2 cup curls)
1/4 cup toasted pine nuts

Steps:

  • Fill a large pot with salted water and bring to boil over high heat. Fill a large bowl with ice water.
  • Add the rabe to the boiling water and cook until bright green, about 2 minutes. Drain and submerge in bowl of ice water until cool, about 2 minutes. Drain and set aside.
  • In a large skillet over medium heat, add the olive oil. Add the garlic, red pepper flakes, and anchovies, stirring and breaking up the anchovies with a wooden spoon. Cook until garlic is fragrant and light golden in color, 1 minute.
  • Add the rabe to the pan with any residual water. Cook, tossing occasionally, until the mixture starts to wilt, about 2 minutes. Add the salt and pepper and cook until rabe is crisp tender, about 3 minutes more.
  • Remove from heat and stir in lemon juice. Taste and adjust seasoning. Spoon onto plates or a platter and top with parmesan and pine nuts.

ROASTED BROCCOLI RABE



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If you've never roasted broccoli rabe, this recipe will be a revelation. The high heat renders the stems and florets tender while the leaves crisp around the edges, like kale chips but with a spicy broccoli bite. Make sure not to crowd the pan or everything will steam rather than roast. This recipe will also work with regular broccoli. Cut the head up into bite-sized pieces and add 5 to 10 minutes to the cooking time.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     dinner, quick, side dish

Time 20m

Yield 3 to 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 pound broccoli rabe, trimmed of any tough, fibrous stems (tender ones are fine)
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 garlic cloves, peeled and smashed
Pinch red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 425 degrees. Toss broccoli rabe with olive oil, salt and red pepper flakes. Toss garlic cloves into rabe and spread on a sheet pan.
  • Roast rabe for about 10 minutes. It's done when the stems are tender and the leaves are crisp at the edges.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 87, UnsaturatedFat 6 grams, Carbohydrate 4 grams, Fat 7 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 4 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 183 milligrams, Sugar 0 grams

Tips:

  • Choose fresh broccoli rabe with vibrant green leaves and firm stems.
  • Trim the broccoli rabe by removing the tough ends of the stems and any yellowed or wilted leaves.
  • Wash the broccoli rabe thoroughly to remove any dirt or debris.
  • Blanch the broccoli rabe in boiling water for 1-2 minutes to tenderize it and enhance its color.
  • Use a large baking dish to ensure that the broccoli rabe has enough space to spread out and cook evenly.
  • Toss the broccoli rabe with olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper to coat it evenly.
  • Roast the broccoli rabe in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) for 15-20 minutes, or until it is tender and slightly charred.
  • Garnish the roasted broccoli rabe with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and lemon zest before serving.

Conclusion:

Baked broccoli rabe with Parmesan is a delicious and versatile side dish that can be enjoyed as part of a healthy meal. It is packed with nutrients, including vitamins A, C, and K, and is a good source of fiber and antioxidants. The roasting process brings out the natural sweetness of the broccoli rabe and caramelizes the edges, resulting in a slightly crispy texture. The combination of Parmesan cheese and lemon zest adds a rich and tangy flavor to the dish. Serve baked broccoli rabe with roasted meats, grilled fish, or as a standalone side dish. It is a simple yet satisfying dish that is sure to please everyone at the table.

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