Grilled Broccoli Rabe

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.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 25 mins
• Calories: 48 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• salt to taste
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 bunch broccoli rabe, trimmed and rinsed
• 0.25 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-low heat, and lightly oil the grate.

Step 2

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.

Step 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.

Step 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.