High Fructose Corn Syrup Free Classic Broccoli Rabe
Broccoli rabe has a pleasantly bitter, peppery bite that pairs beautifully with bold flavors, and this preparation lets every element shine. A quick blanch in well-salted water tames the bitterness just enough while keeping the stems tender and the leaves a vivid, gorgeous green. From there, golden garlic and a hit of red pepper flakes bloom in good olive oil, creating a fragrant base that coats every stem and floret when you toss it all together over high heat. The whole thing comes together in one pot and one skillet, with nothing more than pantry staples and a fresh bunch of greens. Avoiding processed sweeteners is genuinely easy here — every ingredient is whole and straightforward, with zero reason to reach for anything from a bottle with a suspicious label. A squeeze of lemon at the end brightens the dish and cuts through the richness of the olive oil in the most satisfying way. It works as a side next to roasted chicken or pasta, or honestly just piled onto crusty bread with a little extra drizzle.
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4 servings
- 1 bunch (about 1 lb) broccoli rabe, tough stem ends trimmed
- 1 tsp kosher salt, plus more for the blanching water
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes
- ¼ tsp black pepper
For serving
- 1 lemon, cut into wedges (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Bring a large pot of generously salted water to a rolling boil over high heat. Add the broccoli rabe and blanch for 2 minutes, until the stems are just barely tender and the leaves are bright green.
- 2
Drain the broccoli rabe in a colander and shake off as much water as possible. Spread it on a clean kitchen towel or paper towels and pat dry — excess moisture will cause the oil to spatter in the next step.
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