Broccoli rabe, also known as rapini or bitter greens, is a leafy green vegetable with a slightly bitter and peppery flavor. It is a popular ingredient in Italian cuisine and is often used in pasta dishes, soups, and salads. Broccoli rabe is a good source of vitamins A, C, and K, as well as fiber and antioxidants.
This article provides three delicious recipes for cooking broccoli rabe. The first recipe is for a simple sautéed broccoli rabe with garlic, a quick and easy side dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The second recipe is for a more flavorful broccoli rabe salad with lemon and Parmesan cheese. This salad is a great way to use up leftover broccoli rabe and is a refreshing and light lunch or dinner option. The third recipe is for a broccoli rabe pasta with sausage and sun-dried tomatoes. This pasta dish is a hearty and satisfying meal that is perfect for a cold winter night.
All three recipes are easy to follow and use simple ingredients. They are also all very versatile and can be adapted to your own taste preferences. So whether you're looking for a quick and easy side dish, a refreshing salad, or a hearty pasta dish, you're sure to find a recipe in this article that you'll love.
SAUTEED GARLIC BROCCOLI RABE
Steps:
- Heat a large saute pan over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil and the garlic cloves and cook for 3 to 4 minutes, to flavor the oil. Carefully remove the garlic using a slotted spoon, and reserve. Add the broccoli rabe to the pan in batches; it will crowd the pan at first but will wilt quickly. Season with salt and pepper. Slice the reserved garlic.
- When the broccoli rabe has wilted, about 3 minutes, add the shallot, the sliced garlic, and the pepper flakes. Continue cooking until the shallot has softened and the broccoli rabe is cooked through but still has some bite, another 2 minutes. Serve with a squeeze of lemon.
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 WITH GARLIC AND PECORINO ROMANO CHEESE
Categories Cheese Garlic Side Sauté Low Carb Vegetarian Quick & Easy Winter Broccoli Rabe Bon Appétit Sugar Conscious Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Serves 6
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Cook broccoli rabe in large pot of boiling salted water until crisp-tender, about 2 minutes. Drain and transfer to bowl of ice water to cool. Drain again; pat dry. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Wrap in paper towels. Enclose in plastic bag and chill.)
- Heat olive oil in heavy large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add broccoli rabe and sauté until heated through, about 4 minutes. Remove from heat. Sprinkle 4 tablespoons cheese over and toss to combine. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer to warm platter. Sprinkle remaining 2 tablespoons cheese over.
ROASTED BROCCOLI RABE
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
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
SAUTEED BROCCOLI RABE WITH GARLIC
Peppery broccoli rabe is blanched before going into a hot skillet with a liberal amount of garlic. Lemon wedges and red-pepper flakes complete the quick side dish. It's also delicious tucked into our Italian Pressed Picnic Sandwich.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Lunch Recipes
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Blanch broccoli rabe in a pot of salted boiling water until bright green, about 30 seconds. Drain well; let cool on a rimmed baking sheet.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, cook garlic in oil until golden, 2 to 3 minutes. Add broccoli rabe, season with salt and pepper, and cook, stirring occasionally, until just heated through. Serve with lemon wedges and red-pepper flakes.
- Remove garlic from oil, and set aside. Place pan back over medium heat. When the oil is hot, add broccoli rabe. Cook, turning occasionally, until heated through, about 4 minutes. Return garlic to pan. Season with salt, pepper, and red-pepper flakes, if using. Serve.
Tips:
- When selecting broccoli rabe, look for bunches with deep green, firm leaves and tightly closed florets. Avoid bunches with yellowing or wilted leaves.
- Trim the broccoli rabe by removing the tough stems from the leaves. Cut the broccoli rabe into 2- to 3-inch pieces.
- Broccoli rabe can be cooked in a variety of ways, including sautéing, roasting, steaming, and boiling. Sautéing is a quick and easy method that results in tender-crisp broccoli rabe.
- To sauté broccoli rabe, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil and garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Stir in the broccoli rabe and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender-crisp, about 5 minutes.
- Season the broccoli rabe with salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes to taste. Serve immediately.
Conclusion:
Broccoli rabe is a versatile and delicious vegetable that can be used in a variety of dishes. Sautéed broccoli rabe is a quick and easy side dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. It can also be added to soups, stews, and pasta dishes. With its slightly bitter flavor and tender-crisp texture, broccoli rabe is a great addition to any meal.
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