Rapini/Broccoli Rabe:
Nutritional Information
Rapini/Broccoli Rabe is low in calories and sodium, and has no fat or cholesterol. It has plenty of vitamin A, vitamin C and vitamin K. Potassium, folic acid, fiber and the flavonoids found in the vegetable may help prevent the risk of stroke. Rapini/Broccoli Rabe also provides iron and calcium, and contains nutrients, compounds and phytochemicals that may have cancer-fighting benefits.
Good-quality Rapini/Broccoli Rabe will have bright-green leaves that are crisp, upright, not wilted, with relatively few opened buds. Avoid Rapini/Broccoli Rabe with leaves that are wilted or yellowing.
Rapini can be used in salads, soups,stews, chicken/veggie pies, etc. However, some people (myself included) find it rather bitter. But it is so healthy
for you that you should at least give it a try. The Italians use this vegetable a great deal in their cooking. My grandmother used to put it in her lasagna.
You can find it in the produce section of your grocery store.
Have you tried Rapini?
If so what did you think?
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