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Garlic Rapini Recipe (Broccoli Rabe)

This easy recipe for sautéed broccoli rabe (rapini) with garlic and oil is a classic Italian side dish that takes just 5 simple ingredients and 15 minutes to prepare.

Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 134 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Italian

Ingredients

  • kosher salt as needed
  • 1 bunch broccoli rabe washed, ends trimmed and roughly chopped into 2-inch pieces
  • ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 2-3 cloves garlic thinly sliced
  • ¼ teaspoon red chili flakes optional

Notes

  • Be sure to trim off the tough ends of the stems of the broccoli rabe before chopping.
  • Do not skip the blanching part of the cooking process - both the boiling and the ice bath. Blanching helps to tame the bitter taste, tenderizes the tough stems and gives it a bright green color. Sautéing the raw greens will not produce the same results.
  • I like my rapini chopped, but you can also leave the stems whole if you prefer - just make sure you remove the bottom of the stems of the broccoli rabe first.
  • I add lots of garlic, but use as many or as few garlic cloves as you like - if you prefer a less garlicky flavor, instead of slicing it, give the clove a smash with the side of your knife, then remove it from the pan after sautéing.
  • Use a really high quality extra-virgin olive oil for the best flavor.

Nutrition Information

Calories 134kcal (7%) Carbohydrates 2g (1%) Protein 2g (4%) Fat 14g (22%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Polyunsaturated Fat 2g Monounsaturated Fat 10g Sodium 21mg (1%) Potassium 119mg (3%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 0.2g (0%) Vitamin A 1519IU (30%) Vitamin C 12mg (13%) Calcium 64mg (6%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 134

% Daily Value*

Calories 134kcal 7%
Carbohydrates 2g 1%
Protein 2g 4%
Fat 14g 22%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2g 12%
Monounsaturated Fat 10g 50%
Sodium 21mg 1%
Potassium 119mg 3%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 0.2g 0%
Vitamin A 1519IU 30%
Vitamin C 12mg 13%
Calcium 64mg 6%
Iron 1mg 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.