Sauteed Rapini
Leafy rapini is sauteed in garlic, lemon zest and red hot pepper flakes for an easy and healthy side dish
Servings: 4 people
Ingredients
- 1 large bunch leafy rapini, rough chopped (about 6 cups)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves of garlic, minced
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes
- ½ of a lemon, zested
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp pepper
Instructions
- In a large skillet, add the olive oil and minced garlic. Sauté the garlic on medium-low heat until slightly golden brown. Once golden, add the red pepper flakes and continue to sauté for about one minute
- Turn off the heat and add the rapini. Gently toss the rapini in the olive oil, garlic and red pepper flakes. The leftover heat in the pan along with the hot oil will gently cook and wilt the rapini. Once the rapini is slightly wilted and starts to soften, add the lemon zest, salt and black pepper and toss. Serve on the side of your favorite dish and enjoy!
Notes
-The red pepper flakes are completely optional. This recipe is not spicy but rather the red pepper flakes just wake up the taste buds. If you prefer less heat, start with a pinch of red pepper flakes and increase from there.