Rapini

Rapini or broccoli rabe (/rɑːb/) is a green cruciferous vegetable, with the leaves, buds, and stems all being edible; the buds somewhat resemble broccoli, but do not form a large head. Rapini is known for its bitter taste, and is particularly associated with Mediterranean cuisine.

Rapini
SpeciesBrassica rapa
Cultivar groupRuvo group
Broccoli raab, raw
Nutritional value per 100 g (3.5 oz)
Energy92 kJ (22 kcal)
2.85 g
Sugars0.38 g
Dietary fiber2.7 g
0.49 g
3.17 g
VitaminsQuantity
%DV
Vitamin A equiv.
16%
131 μg
15%
1573 μg
1121 μg
Thiamine (B1)
14%
0.162 mg
Riboflavin (B2)
11%
0.129 mg
Niacin (B3)
8%
1.221 mg
Pantothenic acid (B5)
6%
0.322 mg
Vitamin B6
13%
0.171 mg
Folate (B9)
21%
83 μg
Vitamin C
24%
20.2 mg
Vitamin E
11%
1.62 mg
Vitamin K
213%
224 μg
MineralsQuantity
%DV
Calcium
11%
108 mg
Iron
16%
2.14 mg
Magnesium
6%
22 mg
Manganese
19%
0.395 mg
Phosphorus
10%
73 mg
Potassium
7%
196 mg
Sodium
2%
33 mg
Zinc
8%
0.77 mg
Other constituentsQuantity
Water92.55 g

Percentages are roughly approximated using US recommendations for adults.
Source: USDA FoodData Central
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