LEMON BROCCOLI RABE

Lemon Broccoli Rabe image

Provided by Aaron McCargo Jr.

Time 20m

Yield 3 to 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 gallon water
Salt
2 bunches broccoli rabe, chopped
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
Pinch red pepper flakes
1/4 cup grated fresh Parmesan
1 lemon, zested
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

In a large sauce pot, bring 1 gallon of salted water to a boil. Add the broccoli rabe and blanch for 2 minutes. Drain.
Meanwhile, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add oil, garlic and red pepper flakes. Allow garlic to brown.
Add broccoli rabe to skillet with toasted garlic. Toss to combine. Toss in Parmesan and lemon zest. Season with salt and pepper. Cook over medium-high heat for 2 to 3 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 248 calorie, Fat 16 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Cholesterol 6 milligrams, Sodium 351 milligrams, Carbohydrate 16 grams, Protein 13 grams, Sugar 4 grams