Broccoli and Rapini with Lemon and Shallots

Name: Broccoli and Rapini with Lemon and Shallots
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients: ½ cup butter; 1 cup shallots; 3 teaspoons lemon peel; 1½ pounds broccoli crowns; ¼ cup water; 1½ pounds rapini

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

Published October 4, 2025

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Ingredients

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

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.
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