Best 9 Easy Sauteed Broccoli Rabe Recipes

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Broccoli rabe, also known as rapini, is a leafy green vegetable that is popular in Italian cuisine. It has a slightly bitter flavor that pairs well with other strong flavors, such as garlic, chili peppers, and anchovies. Sauteed broccoli rabe is a quick and easy side dish that can be made in less than 30 minutes. It is a healthy and delicious way to get your daily dose of vegetables. Broccoli rabe is a good source of vitamins A, C, and K, as well as fiber and antioxidants. It is also a low-calorie vegetable, making it a good choice for people who are watching their weight.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

SAUTEED BROCCOLI RABE {SAUTEED RAPINI}



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Are you tired of conventional steamed spinach or broccoli side? This sauteed broccoli rabe will give you the perfect variety to classic healthy green sides.

Provided by Italian Recipe Book

Categories     Side Dish

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 bunch broccoli rabe ((rapini))
2-3 garlic cloves
Pinch peperoncino (chili flakes ½ inch fresh hot pepper)
Extra virgin olive oil
Salt to taste

Steps:

  • Start by washing broccoli rabe under cold running water.Remove all yellow and dull leaves.Trim off the bottoms of the stems to remove tough and fibrous part.If some of the stems are still thick don't cut them off further but split the end with a knife until the stems thins out a bit. This will ensure your greens are cooked evenly.
  • If after cleaning and trimming the stalks are still too long, cut them in half. Also chop them coarsely if you plan to use it for pasta.
  • In a large pan or a wok add a generous splash of extra virgin olive oil, garlic cloves crushed with a flat knife and a pinch of peperoncino flakes.If you like to feel a strong garlic taste you can slice or chop garlic cloves instead of just using as whole.Let cook until garlic starts to become fragrant.
  • Add broccoli rabe and cover the pan with a lid.Saute over medium heat for about 5 minutes occasionally giving them a turn.
  • Add salt, lower the heat and continue cooking for another 5 minutes.Sauteed rapini are done when the stalks still have a crunch to them.
  • Serve as a side dish or add to pasta, polenta, farinata and sandwiches.

SAUTEED BROCCOLI RABE



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 bunches (12 to 16 ounces each) broccoli rabe (rapini), stems trimmed
1/4 cup olive oil
3 garlic cloves, chopped
1/2 teaspoon dried crushed red pepper flakes
1/3 cup raisins
Salt
2 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted

Steps:

  • Working in batches, cook the broccoli rabe in a large pot of boiling salted water until crisp tender, about 1 minute per bunch. Transfer the broccoli rabe to a large bowl of ice water to cool. Reserve about 1/4 cup of the cooking liquid. Strain the cooled broccoli rabe and set aside.
  • Heat the oil in a heavy large skillet over medium heat. Add the garlic and red pepper flakes, and saute until the garlic is golden, about 1 minute. Reduce heat to medium-low. Add the broccoli rabe and toss to coat. Add the reserved cooking water, the raisins, and cook until the broccoli rabe is heated through and the stems are tender, about 4 minutes. Season with salt, to taste. Just before serving, toss the mixture with the pine nuts.

QUICK SAUTEED BROCCOLI RABE



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In this verdant side dish, broccoli rabe (sometimes called rapini) is enhanced by a quick saute with garlic and oil. Adding the garlic toward the end keeps it from burning.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Quick & Easy Recipes

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 1/4 pounds broccoli rabe (about 2 bunches), large outer leaves discarded and stems trimmed to 5 inches
1 garlic clove, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon coarse salt

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until hot but not smoking. Add broccoli rabe, and cook 1 minute. Cover; cook, shaking skillet occasionally, until leaves are golden and crisp, about 2 minutes. Add the garlic; cook 1 minute more. Season with salt.

SAUTEED BROCCOLI RABE



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Provided by Anne Burrell

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

Kosher salt
1 bunch broccoli rabe, tough, non-leafy stems removed
Extra-virgin olive oil
3 cloves garlic, smashed
Pinch crushed red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of well salted water to a boil. Set up a bowl of well salted ice water. Drop the broccoli rabe into the boiling water and cook for 1 minute. Remove from the boiling water and plunge immediately into the ice water. Once cool remove from the ice water and let dry. It can be used right away or held for future use.
  • Coat a large saute pan with olive oil. Add the smashed garlic and crushed red pepper and bring to medium heat. Once the garlic is brown and aromatic, remove it from the pan and discard. It has fulfilled its garlic destiny. Add the broccoli rabe and toss around in the oil to heat up and season. Remember the broccoli is already cooked. Add more oil, if needed and season with salt if needed (it probably will).

SAUTEED BROCCOLI RABE WITH PARMESAN & GARLIC



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Make and share this Sauteed Broccoli Rabe With Parmesan & Garlic recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Cook4_6

Categories     Vegetable

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 lb broccoli rabe, trimmed
5 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon parmesan cheese, grated

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cut an X in the bottom of the stems of the broccoli rabe and place in the boiling water. Cook until tender but still firm, about 5 minutes. Drain.
  • In a large heavy skillet over medium heat, heat olive oil and saute garlic for 1 to 2 minutes. Stir in the broccoli rabe and saute 10 to 15 minutes, or until desired doneness. Dust with parmesan cheese, if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180.7, Fat 17.8, SaturatedFat 2.6, Cholesterol 1.1, Sodium 57, Carbohydrate 3.5, Fiber 3.1, Sugar 0.5, Protein 4.1

SAUTEED BROCCOLI RABE



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Categories     Garlic     Vegetable     Side     Sauté     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Healthy     Broccoli Rabe     Gourmet     Sugar Conscious     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 pound broccoli rabe (1 bunch), hollow stems discarded
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 garlic clove, chopped

Steps:

  • Cook broccoli rabe in a large pot of boiling salted water until just tender, about 4 minutes, and drain in a colander.
  • Melt butter in same pot over moderate heat, then cook garlic, stirring, until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add broccoli rabe, tossing gently in butter to coat, and season with salt and pepper.

STEAMED BROCCOLI RABE



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Provided by Moira Hodgson

Categories     easy, quick, side dish

Time 10m

Yield 10 small servings

Number Of Ingredients 3

2 bunches broccoli rabe
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
Dash extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Trim the tough stalk from the broccoli rabe and cut the leaves coarsely into pieces one to two inches long.
  • Heat the water in a steamer and place the broccoli rabe in the top half. Steam for five to seven minutes or until tender. Season with the salt and pepper and sprinkle with oil. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 21, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams, Carbohydrate 3 grams, Fat 1 gram, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 211 milligrams, Sugar 0 grams

SAUTEED BROCCOLI RABE



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An easy Sauteed Broccoli Rabe recipe

Categories     Garlic     Side     Sauté     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Vegan     Broccoli Rabe     Boil     Gourmet     Sugar Conscious     Kidney Friendly     Pescatarian     Paleo     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 lb broccoli rabe
3 large garlic cloves, thinly sliced lengthwise
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon salt (preferably sea salt), or to taste
Accompaniment: lemon wedges

Steps:

  • Cut off and discard 1 inch from stem ends of broccoli rabe. Cook broccoli rabe, uncovered, in 2 batches in a 6- to 8-quart pot of boiling salted water until just tender, about 3 minutes, transferring with a slotted spoon to a large bowl of ice and cold water to stop cooking. Drain well in a colander.
  • Cook garlic in oil in a 12-inch nonstick skillet over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until garlic is golden, about 5 minutes. Add broccoli rabe and cook, tossing to coat with oil, until heated through, 3 to 5 minutes. Toss broccoli rabe with salt.

EASY SAUTEED BROCCOLI RABE



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Serve sauteed broccoli rabe as a side to our Osso Buco.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 cloves garlic, sliced 1/8 inch thick
1 bunch broccoli rabe (about 1 pound), trimmed and washed
Salt and freshly ground pepper
1/4 cup unsalted chicken stock, preferably homemade

Steps:

  • In a large skillet over medium heat, heat the olive oil. Add the garlic, and saute until golden brown, about 3 minutes. Add the broccoli rabe, and season with salt and pepper. Add the chicken stock, and cook, covered but stirring often, until broccoli rabe is softened, about 10 minutes. Serve.

Tips:

  • Choose tender broccoli rabe: Look for broccoli rabe with tightly closed buds and bright green leaves. Avoid wilted or yellowing greens.
  • Prep the broccoli rabe properly: Trim the tough ends of the broccoli rabe and remove any yellowed or wilted leaves. Cut the broccoli rabe into 2-3 inch pieces.
  • Use a well-seasoned pan: A well-seasoned pan will help prevent the broccoli rabe from sticking. If you don't have a well-seasoned pan, you can coat it with a little bit of oil before cooking.
  • Cook the broccoli rabe over high heat: High heat will help to quickly cook the broccoli rabe and prevent it from becoming tough.
  • Add a little bit of liquid to the pan: Adding a little bit of liquid, such as water, broth, or wine, will help to keep the broccoli rabe moist and prevent it from burning.
  • Stir the broccoli rabe frequently: Stirring the broccoli rabe frequently will help to ensure that it cooks evenly.
  • Season the broccoli rabe to taste: Once the broccoli rabe is cooked, season it to taste with salt, pepper, and any other desired seasonings.

Conclusion:

Sautéed broccoli rabe is a quick, easy, and delicious side dish that can be enjoyed with a variety of meals. It is a good source of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. By following these tips, you can make sure that your sautéed broccoli rabe is perfectly cooked and flavorful.

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