Rapini, a powerful health ally

Rapini, an ally in the kitchen, but especially for health

From the cruciferous family, rapini has nothing to envy of its little cousin broccoli. It is a source of vitamins A, C, K and folic acid, potassium, magnesium, calcium and iron. It will offer its consumer a small dose of protein and a large proportion of antioxidants, not to mention a large quantity of fiber. In addition, its bitterness and fiber will be of great help to the digestive system. In fact, its nutritional qualities stimulate the activity of the stomach, intestines and liver. Who says better digestion, says better assimilation and better absorption of all nutrients! It will please your palate with its bitter taste and delicate nutty notes. Depending on your good care, you can enhance its flavors or attenuate them.

Choose it organic to maximize its nutritional values.

The rapini, this great traveler

Already very popular far from home, rapini migrated to our corner of the globe with the Grand Voyageurs of the time. Portugal, Italy, Spain and China knew it well before us. Perceived at the time as a wild plant, it has carved out its place in cooking for its numerous health benefits. In the past, weeds did not exist, everything had its reason for being! So, now grown all over the world you can easily find it all year round.

What to do with this rapini?

With rapini, there is no loss. We eat the stems, leaves and buds. You might even sometimes see small yellow flowers which are also edible. Each part will have its own little taste with more or less bitterness. To prepare the rapini, simply wash it and cut the ends of the stems. Steam it. Grill it whole or in pieces. Otherwise, eat it raw for a stronger taste. It will perfectly complement a salad and go wonderfully with a vegetarian plate, a dish of fish, meat, poultry or pasta.

For more inspiration…

Brown the rapini in a pan in a little olive oil, garlic and lemon juice. Then add a touch of honey to reduce its bitterness. And there you have it, you have healthy and fast support!

A little shabby, this rapini? No waste! Make a soup to eat right away or freeze for later. Steam it to add to a vegetable stir-fry or pasta dish.

There are countless opportunities to eat rapini. The question is: do you dare to try it?

Cheers !