Preparing Romanesco

Try these ideas for preparing Romanesco:

• Blanch the florets and then shock in an ice bath to maintain the bright color. Add to salads or veggie trays.
• Romanesco is delicious with pasta. Keep it simple by tossing with pasta Parmesean cheese and olive oil.
• Roast or sautée in olive oil with onions and garlic and crushed red pepper flakes if desired.
• Use in casseroles or any other recipe instead of broccoli or cauliflower, but cook for a shorter amount of time.

Most important: Don’t overcook it. Maintain the unique shape and color by not overcooking.

Health Benefits

Romanesco’s nutritional value is similar to cauliflower’s or broccoli’s but it contains more carotene and mineral salts. It is a rich source of vitamin C, and has high levels of iron and folate.