Grilled Broccoli Rabe
Description
Blanched broccoli rabe is tossed in a spicy lemon and olive oil mixture, then grilled to perfection for a tasty side dish to grilled sausages or steak.
Ingredients
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1 bunch broccoli rabe, trimmed and rinsed
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 tablespoon lemon juice
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1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
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salt to taste
Directions
1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Set up an ice bath nearby. Place 1/2 of the broccoli rabe into boiling water and cook for 1 minute, then remove with tongs to ice bath to stop cooking. Repeat with remaining broccoli rabe. Place broccoli rabe into a large colander to drain.
2
Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-low heat, and lightly oil the grate.
3
Whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, crushed red pepper flakes, and salt in a small bowl. Toss drained broccoli rabe with oil mixture, then place onto hot grate.
4
Grill, turning occasionally, until thick stems have softened, 8 to 10 minutes. Remove thinner leafy pieces as they become done to prevent burning. Remove to a serving platter.