Sautéed Broccoli Raab with Garlic and Chili Flakes

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Sautéed Broccoli Raab with Garlic and Chili Flakes is a classic Italian-inspired side dish featuring the slightly bitter, leafy green broccoli raab quickly cooked with pungent garlic and a kick of red chili flakes. It's a simple preparation that highlights the vegetable's robust flavor, often served alongside pasta, grilled meats, or crusty bread.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is low in carbohydrates and calories, providing a good source of fiber, vitamins A, C, and K, as well as minerals like calcium and iron. A typical serving contains roughly 80-120 calories, with minimal fat unless generously dressed with olive oil.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	90 kcal
Protein	4.5 g
Carbs	7 g
Fat	5 g
Fiber	4 g
Sugar	1 g
Sodium	250 mg
Vitamin C	80 mg
Vitamin A	3000 IU
Vitamin K	120 mcg
Folate	100 mcg
Calcium	100 mg
Iron	1.5 mg
Potassium	350 mg
Magnesium	25 mg

Per 1 cup (150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Broccoli raab is not actually a broccoli but a member of the turnip family, prized in Mediterranean cuisine for its peppery, slightly bitter taste that mellows beautifully when sautéed. Nutritionally, it's a powerhouse cruciferous vegetable linked to various health benefits, making this flavorful dish both a culinary and nutritional staple.