How to Make Paleo Broccoli Rabe and Sausage - A Step-by-Step Guide

Looking for a delicious and healthy meal that's both satisfying and easy to prepare? Look no further than this Paleo Broccoli Rabe and Sausage recipe. This dish is packed with flavor and nutrients, making it the perfect option for a cozy weeknight dinner or a hearty weekend brunch.

Broccoli rabe, also known as rapini, is a leafy green vegetable that is similar to broccoli but with a slightly more bitter flavor. It's loaded with vitamins and minerals, making it an excellent addition to...

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Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons olive oil, or more to taste, divided
  • 4 (3.5 ounce) links Italian sausage, sliced
  • 2 large cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 bunches broccoli rabe, trimmed
  • 1 pinch lemon zest, or to taste
  • 1 pinch ground red pepper, or to taste
  • sea salt to taste
  • ½ lemon

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 2
  • Yield: 2 servings

  • Coat the bottom of a skillet with a thin layer of olive oil; heat over medium heat. Cook and stir sausage slices in skillet until browned, 3 to 5 minutes; add garlic and continue cooking until fragrant, about 1 minute more.
  • Add broccoli rabe to the skillet; season with lemon zest, red pepper, and sea salt. Drizzle olive oil over the broccoli rabe and toss to coat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the broccoli rabe is completely wilted, about 15 minutes. Squeeze lemon half over the sausage and broccoli rabe mixture.
  • Nutrition

    688 cal.

    • Total Fat: 55g
    • Saturated Fat: 15g
    • Cholesterol: 72mg
    • Sodium: 1743mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 19g
    • Dietary Fiber: 6g
    • Total Sugars: 4g
    • Protein: 32g
    • Vitamin C: 215mg
    • Calcium: 143mg
    • Iron: 6mg
    • Potassium: 419mg