Broccoli Rabe Salad

By sherryl61

A great salad to serve with spaghetti or other red-sauced dishes. The flavors are complimentary to the tomato flavor.

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup toasted and chopped hazelnuts
• 1/4 cup chopped Kalamata olives
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 lemons, juice and zest of
• 1 bunch broccoli rabe (about 4 cups), blanched and chopped
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• Pinch red pepper flakes

Preparation

Step 1

Combine the hazelnuts, olives, Parmesan, olive oil, lemon juice and zest in a large bowl and mix together. Add the broccoli rabe and toss to coat. On a cutting board, carefully mash the minced garlic to a smooth paste using the side of a chef's knife. Add the garlic paste and red pepper flakes to the broccoli rabe and toss to evenly distribute.