The bitterness of broccoli rabe is an unusual treat. It goes
well with pasta dishes or grilled chicken.
Preparation facts
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients
1 lb (455g) broccoli rabe, (about 4 cups)
2 Tbs (30mL) extra virgin olive oil
4 cloves garlic, sliced
1/2 tsp (3g) salt
1/4 tsp (1g) hot pepper flakes
Directions
Wash broccoli rabe and cut off the bottom-inch of stem if it is very
tough.
Heat oil in a 12-inch (30cm) skillet. Add garlic slices and sauté
for 1 minute. Add broccoli rabe and toss to coat with the oil. Cover and cook for 10 minutes,
until the broccoli is a dark, vibrant green and tender.
Add salt and hot pepper flakes and stir to combine flavors. Serve while
hot.
Nutrition facts
Serving Size 1 serving
Calories 94
Calories from Fat 62 (66%)
% Daily Value*
11%Total Fat 7g
5%Saturated
Fat 1g
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.9g
Monounsaturated Fat 5g
0%Cholesterol 0mg
13%Sodium 320mg
10%Potassium 360mg
2%Total
Carbohydrate 7g
0%Dietary
Fiber 0.1g
Sugars 0g
Sugar Alcohols 0g
7%Protein 3g
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie
diet.
Nutrition facts are calculated by a food expert using
nutritional values provided by the USDA for common products used as recipe ingredients. Actual
nutritional values may differ depending on the amounts or products used and can be affected by
cooking methods.
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