Broccoli and Rapini with Lemon and Shallots

A flavorful side dish combining tender broccoli and rapini (broccoli rabe) sautéed with butter, shallots, and bright lemon zest. This elegant vegetable medley offers a perfect balance of textures and tastes.

6 servings
11 min

Ingredients

  • ½ cup butter
  • 1 cup shallots
  • 3 teaspoons lemon peel
  • pounds broccoli crowns
  • ¼ cup water
  • pounds rapini

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    Melt 1/4 cup butter with 1/2 cup shallots and 1 1/2 teaspoons lemon peel in very large skillet over medium-high heat. Sauté 2 minutes. Mix in broccoli and 1/4 cup water. Sprinkle with salt. Cover; cook until broccoli is crisp-tender and water evaporates, about 4 minutes. Transfer broccoli to bowl; cover to keep warm.

    6 min

  2. 2.

    Melt remaining 1/4 cup butter with remaining shallots and lemon peel in same skillet over high heat; sauté 2 minutes. Add rapini. Sprinkle with salt, cover, and cook until rapini wilts, about 2 minutes. Uncover and sauté until tender, about 1 minute longer. Mix into broccoli. Season with salt and pepper.

    5 min