Craving a refreshing and flavorful salad that packs a punch? Look no further than the Broccoli Rabe Salad with Chili Soy Vinaigrette. This vibrant dish combines the slightly bitter notes of broccoli rabe with a zesty and slightly spicy dressing made with chili, soy sauce, and rice vinegar. The addition of crunchy peanuts and toasted sesame seeds adds a textural contrast and nutty flavor, while fresh cilantro brings a pop of brightness. This salad is not only delicious but also incredibly nutritious, packed with vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Don't miss out on the other equally tempting recipes featured in this article, including a hearty Broccoli Rabe and Sausage Pasta that combines the bitter greens with savory sausage and a creamy sauce, a comforting Broccoli Rabe and Potato Soup that's perfect for chilly days, and a simple yet satisfying Sautéed Broccoli Rabe with Garlic and Lemon that showcases the vegetable's natural flavors. Get ready to tantalize your taste buds and nourish your body with these delightful broccoli rabe recipes.
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BROCCOLI RABE WITH GARLIC
Provided by Ina Garten
Time 25m
Yield 4 to 5 servings
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Cut off and discard the tough ends of the broccoli rabe and cut the rest of into 2-inch pieces. Place the broccoli in a colander and rinse. Drain well. Heat the olive oil in a large pot. Add the garlic and cook over low heat, stirring occasionally, for 4 to 6 minutes, until golden brown. Remove the garlic with a slotted spoon, and set aside. Add the broccoli to the hot oil. Add the red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper and cook, covered, over medium to low heat for 5 to 10 minutes, turning occasionally with tongs, until the stalks are tender but still al dente. Add the reserved garlic, check the seasonings, and serve hot.
BROCCOLI RABE SALAD WITH CHILI-SOY VINAIGRETTE
Provided by Molly O'Neill
Categories salads and dressings, side dish
Time 15m
Yield Four servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Cut the leaves off the broccoli rabe stalks and reserve for another use. Trim the heavy ends and any rough spots from the stalks and cut them in half lengthwise.
- Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add the broccoli rabe stalks and blanch until crisp-tender, about 2 minutes. Drain and refresh under cold running water. Drain.
- Whisk together the soy, vinegar, garlic, jalapenos and ginger. Toss the broccoli rabe with the dressing and divide among 4 plates. Sprinkle the sesame seeds over the top and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 129, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams, Carbohydrate 15 grams, Fat 4 grams, Fiber 13 grams, Protein 16 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 1026 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams
BROCCOLI WITH GARLIC AND SOY SAUCE
Steps:
- Put the garlic cloves and oil in a small heavy-bottomed saucepan. Bring to a boil and cook uncovered over low heat for 10 to 15 minutes, until the garlic is browned and tender. Turn off the heat and add the red pepper flakes and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Immediately pour into a heat-proof container to stop the cooking. Allow to cool to room temperature.
- For the salad, blanch the broccoli florets in a large pot of boiling salted water for 2 to 3 minutes, until crisp-tender. Drain well and immerse immediately into a large bowl of ice water until the broccoli is cooled. This process stops the cooking and sets the bright green color. Drain well.
- In a large bowl, toss the broccoli with 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 cup of the oil used to cook the garlic, the soy sauce, and 8 or more cloves of cooked garlic. Taste for seasonings and serve cold or at room temperature.
BROCCOLI SALAD WITH FRESH HERB VINAIGRETTE
I created this salad for Thanksgiving 2009 with a dressing based on a recipe I already had. This is a make-ahead salad. You can certainly change up some of the vegetables here. The possible addition of asparagus or tomato is intriguing. The marinated mushrooms had an especially wonderful taste and I wouldn't leave them out for anything. But you do what you like!
Provided by Choppin_Broccoli
Categories Vegetable
Time 45m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Place prepared broccoli in bowl or pan and pour enough boiling water over it to almost cover. When broccoli turns bright green, drain and rinse in cold water. Set aside to drain.
- Prepare all other vegetables and place in medium bowl. Add broccoli. Reserve cheese for serving.
- In blender, put the vinegar, garlic, herbs and seasonings. Blend until smooth.
- Add oil and blend quickly.
- Pour over vegetables and stir. Cover and refrigerate. Stir again in about an hour.
- Store overnight to serve the next day. Take out of refrigerator about 1/2 hour before serving, adding the shaved cheese. Stir and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 295.2, Fat 29.4, SaturatedFat 5, Cholesterol 7.5, Sodium 65.6, Carbohydrate 5.7, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 2.3, Protein 4.4
BROCCOLI RABE, CARROT, AND RADICCHIO SALAD
The sweetness of the carrots and honey is a good contrast to the bitterness of the broccoli rabe and radicchio.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Salad Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Bring 3 1/2 quarts cold water to a boil in a large pot and add 1 tablespoon salt. Add broccoli rabe and cook until just tender, about 1 1/2 minutes. Drain and place in a bowl of ice water. Drain again and place on paper towels to absorb remaining water.
- In a small bowl whisk together lemon juice, vinegar, honey, soy sauce, and olive oil. Season with pepper and 1/2 teaspoon salt.
- Combine broccoli rabe, carrots, and radicchio in a medium bowl. Add vinaigrette, toss well, and serve.
SICILIAN-STYLE BROCCOLI RABE
This is the way broccoli rabe was meant to be cooked. This goes great with a nice steak or fish. Serve with crusty Italian bread and some good vino. The best part is dipping the crusty bread in those juices. Buon appetito!
Provided by iMakeItRainInTheKitchen
Categories Side Dish Vegetables
Time 20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Cut thick, lower stems off broccoli rabe and peel. Reserve florets and leaves.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon olive oil, garlic, and red pepper flakes; saute until fragrant, about 45 seconds. Add stems; saute until coated with oil, about 45 seconds. Pour in water; continue cooking until stems are mostly tender, 3 to 4 minutes. Stir in florets, leaves, and salt. Cover skillet and cook until tender, about 5 minutes.
- Transfer broccoli rabe and its juices to a serving bowl. Top with remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 78.1 calories, Carbohydrate 3 g, Fat 6.8 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 2.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 137.3 mg, Sugar 0.7 g
BROCCOLI RABE SALAD WITH ROASTED-GARLIC VINAIGRETTE
Provided by Molly O'Neill
Categories salads and dressings
Time 15m
Yield 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Salt the water, add the broccoli rabe and blanch until just tender, about 8 minutes. Drain and refresh under cold running water. Drain well.
- In a large bowl, whisk together garlic and lemon juice. Slowly whisk in olive oil. Whisk in salt, pepper and cayenne. Add broccoli rabe and toss to coat with dressing. Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 144, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams, Carbohydrate 7 grams, Fat 12 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 6 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 476 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram
SAUTéED BROCCOLI WITH GARLIC AND CHILE
This speedy, two-step recipe yields broccoli - or practically any vegetable - that is perfectly browned and cooked all the way through. After florets and thinly sliced stems are seared, add a little water and cover so the broccoli steams in its own juices until fork-tender. Not only does this bring out the vegetable's inherent sweetness, but it softens whatever flavorings you add without burning them. This recipe embraces the prickly heat of chile and garlic, but you could also use ground spices, thyme or rosemary, ginger or scallions, capers or olives. Swap the broccoli for sliced carrots or sweet potatoes, cauliflower florets, broccoli rabe, or green beans, adjusting cook time and water as necessary.
Provided by Ali Slagle
Categories vegetables, side dish
Time 10m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Heat the olive oil in a large (12-inch) skillet over medium-high. Add the broccoli stems, season with salt and pepper, and cook, undisturbed, until starting to brown, 2 to 3 minutes. Stir in the florets, season generously with salt and pepper, and shake into an even layer. Cook, undisturbed, until browned, 2 to 3 minutes.
- Add the garlic and red-pepper flakes and stir until the garlic is fragrant, less than 1 minute. Reduce heat to medium, add 3 tablespoons water, cover, and cook until the broccoli is bright green and fork-tender, 2 to 3 minutes, reducing heat if needed to prevent burning. Season to taste with salt, pepper and red-pepper flakes.
WARM BROCCOLI SALD WITH SHERRY VINAIGRETTE
Active time: 30 min Start to finish: 30 min
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cover egg with cold water by 1 inch in a 1- to 2-quart heavy saucepan and bring to a rolling boil, partially covered. Reduce heat to low and cook, covered, 30 seconds. Remove from heat and let stand, covered, 15 minutes. Transfer egg with a slotted spoon to a bowl of ice and cold water and let stand 5 minutes.
- While egg is cooking, steam broccoli in a steamer set over boiling water, covered, until just tender, 2 to 4 minutes, then transfer to a large bowl.
- Whisk together vinegar, mustard, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- Cook garlic in oil in a 10-inch heavy skillet over moderate heat until golden, 1 to 2 minutes, then discard garlic, reserving oil. Add bread to oil and cook, turning, until golden. Transfer croutons with a slotted spoon to paper towels to drain, reserving oil. Peel egg and force through a medium-mesh sieve using back of a spoon, then add to broccoli.
- Add 3 tablespoons hot oil to vinegar mixture, whisking until emulsified, then add to broccoli along with croutons and toss to combine.
Tips:
- Choose fresh broccoli rabe: Look for broccoli rabe with deep green leaves and tightly closed buds. Avoid any bunches that are wilted or have yellow leaves.
- Blanch the broccoli rabe: Blanching helps to tenderize the broccoli rabe and remove its bitterness. To blanch, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the broccoli rabe and cook for 2-3 minutes, or until the leaves are bright green and the stems are tender. Immediately transfer the broccoli rabe to a bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process.
- Make the chili soy vinaigrette: The chili soy vinaigrette is a key component of this salad. Be sure to use good quality ingredients, such as extra virgin olive oil, soy sauce, and rice vinegar. You can also adjust the spiciness of the vinaigrette by adding more or less chili pepper flakes.
- Assemble the salad: Once the broccoli rabe and vinaigrette are prepared, it's time to assemble the salad. Simply combine the broccoli rabe, red onion, and almonds in a large bowl. Drizzle with the chili soy vinaigrette and toss to coat. Serve immediately.
Conclusion:
This broccoli rabe salad with chili soy vinaigrette is a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for any occasion. The broccoli rabe is tender and flavorful, the red onion adds a bit of sweetness, and the almonds add a crunchy texture. The chili soy vinaigrette is the perfect finishing touch, adding a bit of spice and acidity. This salad is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it!
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