SAUTéEd BROCCOLI RAAB WITH CHILE, GARLIC, AND LEMON

By Coo1

The assertive flavors and bright-green color of this side make it a perfect pairing for salmon or chicken. It also goes well with starchy dishes like risotto and pasta.

Ingredients

• 3 Tbs. Extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 Tbs. Minced Garlic (2-3 large cloves)
• Scant 1/4 tsp. Crushed red pepper flakes
• Finely grated zest of half a lemon; plus fresh lemon juice to taste
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 1 lb. Broccoli raab, rinsed, trimmed and blanched

Preparation

Step 1

Put the oil, garlic and red pepper flakes in a 10- to 12- inch skillet over medium low heat. Cook until the garlic is fragrant and starts to sizzle slightly, about 3 minutes. Reduce the heat to low if the garlic starts to brown. Stir in the lemon zest, 1/4 tsp. Salt, and a few grinds of pepper. Raise the heat to medium high and add the broccoli raab, turning to thoroughly coat in the oil and spices. Turn frequently until it is heated through, 1-2 minutes. Turn off the heat, sprinkle lemon juice over the raab, toss again, and season to taste with salt and pepper.