Rapini (Broccoli Rabe)
Rapini (Broccoli Rabe) (Brassica rapa) aka: Broccoli Raab, Broccoletti, Broccoli di Rape, Cime di Rapa, Rappi, Friarielli, and Grelos, is a dark green leafy vegetable with curly leaves and little florets which resemble broccoli.
Health benefits of Rapini (Broccoli Rabe)
- Increased Protection from Bacterial and Viral Infections
- Increased Immune Function
- Reduced Cancer Risk
- Reduced Risk of Colon Cancer
- Protection Against Heart Disease
- Regulation of Blood Sugar and Insulin Dependence
- Slowing the progression of AIDS
- Slowing Aging
- DNA Repair and Protection
- Protection Against Dementia
- Alleviation of Cardiovascular Disease
- Alleviation of Hypertension (High Blood Pressure)
- Promoted Eye Health
- Alzheimer's Protection
- Osteoporosis Protection
- Stroke Prevention
- Reduced Risk of Type II Diabetes
- Reduced Frequency of Migraine Headaches
- Alleviation of Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS)
- Antioxidant Protection
- Prevention of Epileptic Seizures
- Alleviation of the Common Cold
- Prevention of Alopecia (Spot Baldness)
- Alleviation of Inflammation
Some of these health benefits come from nutrients concentrated in this food, and may not be effects of the food itself.
How to choose Rapini (Broccoli Rabe)
Try to find leaves with no signs of browning or dryness, and that are as "crisp" as possible. It is ok if the floret has yellow flowers in it, as these are edible.
Climate and origin
Rapini, despite having the similar looking broccoli floret, is actually a descendant of the turnip and thought to have originated in China or the Mediterranean. Growing in colder climates, rapini is now cultivated worldwide.
Taste
Rapini is bitter with a sharp taste. It is often prepared steamed with lemon or garlic.
Similar tasting produce
Mustard greens
Nutrition facts
| Nutrition Facts | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Serving Size | |||
| 100 grams (100g) | |||
| Calories | 22 | ||
| % Daily Value * | |||
| Total Fat 0.49g | 1% | ||
| Saturated Fat 0.08g | 0% | ||
| Trans Fat 0g | |||
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% | ||
| Sodium 33mg | 1% | ||
| Total Carbohydrate 2.9g | 1% | ||
| Dietary Fiber 2.7g | 10% | ||
| Total Sugars 0.38g | 1% | ||
| Includes --g Added Sugars | --% | ||
| Protein 3.2g | 6% | ||
| Vitamin C 20.2mg | 22% | ||
| Vitamin D 0mcg | 0% | ||
| Iron 2.1mg | 12% | ||
| Calcium 108mg | 8% | ||
| Potassium 196mg | 4% | ||
| Phosphorus 73mg | 6% | ||
| *The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice. | |||