Broccoli Rabe With Sun-Dried Tomatoes

May 09, 2023May 9, 20230 3

Broccoli Rabe With Sun-Dried Tomatoes recipe for a healthy side dish

by The Chefin Side

Prep

10 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

160

Sugar

Fat

14g

Broccoli rabe, also called rapini, is a popular vegetable in Italian cooking. This leafy green has a slightly bitter taste and is packed with nutrients. Paired with sun-dried tomatoes, this recipe makes for a delicious and healthy side dish that can be served with any type of protein. The addition of garlic and crushed red pepper flakes gives this dish a spicy kick, while the chicken stock or water helps to keep it moist. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a weekend meal with friends and family.

Instructions

1.	Clean, trim and blanch the broccoli rabe for 2-3 minutes in boiling salted water. Remove and transfer to an ice bath.
2.	Drain and set aside the broccoli rabe.
3.	Heat olive oil in a large saute pan over medium-high heat. Add garlic and crushed red pepper flakes and saute for 1-2 minutes or until fragrant.
4.	Add sun-dried tomatoes and saute for an additional minute.
5.	Add the broccoli rabe and a splash of water or chicken stock to the saute pan.
6.	Cover and let cook for 3-4 minutes.
7.	Remove from heat and season with salt and pepper to taste.

PROS

Broccoli rabe is a great source of vitamins A and C, folate, and potassium.

Sun-dried tomatoes add a sweet and tangy flavor to the dish.

CONS

Broccoli rabe has a slightly bitter taste which may not be to everyone’s liking.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Broccoli rabe is a nutrient-dense leafy green that can help boost your immune system, aid digestion and promote eye health.
Sun-dried tomatoes are rich in antioxidants, which may help protect against certain types of cancer.

	2 lbs fresh rapini
	4 sun-dried tomatoes , sliced
	1/4 cup olive oil
	4 -6 garlic cloves , minced
	water or chicken stock , for moisture
	salt and pepper
	crushed red pepper flakes