Red Chicory

Red chicory, also known as radicchio, is a leafy vegetable with characteristic dark red leaves and white veins. It originates from Italy and is a staple ingredient in Italian cuisine. Its flavour is distinctly bitter with a slightly sweet undertone. It works well raw in salads, where it adds a striking colour contrast, but heat treatment softens the bitterness, it tastes excellent grilled, braised or baked with olive oil. It pairs beautifully with parmesan, feta cheese, walnuts, pear or balsamic vinegar. It is rich in vitamin K, vitamin C and antioxidants.