7 Irresistible Rhubarb Recipes (2024)

Crimson-pink in color, rhubarb looks like a vibrant cousin to celery. Rhubarb has a sour, tart taste and is often combined with fruit to make pies, jams and crisps. The leaves are inedible since they contain oxalic acid, which can be toxic. When cooked, rhubarb can be a great accompaniment to meat or used as a topping for yogurt or desserts. This snappy veggie is low in calories — a 1/2 cup serving of raw, diced rhubarb has 13 calories and 1 gram of fiber. It also provides 22% of the daily value for vitamin K. Spruce up your dishes with this versatile veggie with these seven irresistible recipes.

1. CRISPY RHUBARB LEMON CHICKEN BAKE | COTTER CRUNCH

Bold and tangy rhubarb makes a fantastic marinade for chicken. Caramelized lemon chicken thighs are served with crispy rhubarb shavings and pearl onions. This easy, one-pan meal is an explosion of sweet, savory and tangy flavors. Recipe makes 5 servings at 1 thigh each.

Nutrition (per serving): Calories: 262; Total Fat: 11g; Saturated Fat: 3g; Monounsaturated Fat: 2g; Cholesterol: 102mg; Sodium: 453mg; Carbohydrate: 18g; Dietary Fiber: 1g; Sugar: 11g; Protein: 23g

2. STRAWBERRY RHUBARB CHIA PUDDING | DIETITIAN DEBBIE DISHES

Start off the day with a gorgeous ruby-red chia pudding. The chia pudding base is made with almond milk, coconut flakes and vanilla — all topped off with a strawberry and rhubarb compote. Make a batch of these for an easy on-the-go breakfast during the week. Recipe makes 2 servings.

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How do you enhance rhubarb Flavour? ›

7 Ingredients to Pair with Rhubarb (Beyond Strawberries)

Lavender. While lavender can make something taste like soap if you're too heavy-handed with it, be gentle and you'll be greatly rewarded. ...
Dates. ...
Cardamom. ...
Ginger. ...
Coconut. ...
Tomatoes. ...
Other Berries.

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Why is rhubarb used in baking? ›

Because of its inherent tang, rhubarb shines when cooked with sugar. You'll find the fruit stewed into rhubarb compote, diced and tossed into a pie, or sliced into thin strips and layered on tarts or upside-down cake (swap it for lemons in this recipe).

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How do you get the most flavour out of rhubarb? ›

Not only does rhubarb need sweetness to temper its tart flavor, the sugar helps break down the fibrous, stringy stalks. A good starting point is to use a scant 1 cup granulated sugar for 4 cups of chopped rhubarb. Adjust according to your preferences.

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What takes the tartness out of rhubarb? ›

Although it can be eaten raw, rhubarb tends to be too tart this way, and it's usually best when cooked with plenty of sugar. It goes well with both ginger and strawberries.

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Why do you put a bucket over rhubarb? ›

Earlier harvests of sweeter, tender, pale stalks can be produced by covering rhubarb plants with a forcing jar, tall bucket or dustbin in mid-winter, so the stems form in the dark. Choose an early variety, such as 'Timperley Early', and only use a strong, healthy plant.

Should you water rhubarb everyday? ›

Rhubarb likes consistent moisture. While mature plants can be somewhat tolerant to drought, rhubarb in its first two years of growing needs regular watering. However, don't overwater rhubarb, as the crowns can rot in wet soil. A good rule is to water the plant when the top inch of soil dries out.

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When not to use rhubarb? ›

Kidney disease: There are chemicals in rhubarb that might harm the kidneys or increase the risk of kidney stones. If you already have kidney disease, avoid rhubarb. Kidney stones: Rhubarb contains a chemical that the body can convert into kidney stones. If you have ever had kidney stones, don't take rhubarb.

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Why do you pull rhubarb instead of cutting? ›

To pick rhubarb, hold the stalk firmly, pull and twist. Do not use a knife to cut the stalks from the plant. The knife can carry diseases from plant to plant, and the remaining stalk can be a point of entry for other pests.

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Should you peel rhubarb before baking? ›

Some rhubarb varieties are prone to being stringy, and rhubarb which has been left too long on the plant can also develop a 'stringiness' – if this occurs, pull away any thick, fibrous strands before cooking. Peeling rhubarb is rarely necessary. Most recipes require the rhubarb to be cut into batons.

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What month is rhubarb in season? ›

Rhubarb can generally be found in the spring months, April through June, at the farmers market. In cooler climates, like Alaska, rhubarb can be found at the farmers market throughout the summer, which is pretty cool. Sometimes there is a fall harvest as well, but this is not very common.

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What is the best way to sweeten rhubarb? ›

Honey: sugar can be substituted for honey if preferred. I imagine maple syrup could also be used but I haven't tried this. Add-ins: try adding a teaspoon of finely grated fresh ginger or stem ginger or 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract to the syrup ingredients before adding the rhubarb.

What spices go well with rhubarb? ›

This spiced rhubarb crumble recipe is a tasty twist on the classic pudding. Cardamom, orange and cinnamon all lift the flavour while keeping it a classic.

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What flavours compliment rhubarb? ›

Rhubarb flavor pairings:

any type of berries, but especially strawberries.
vanilla.
almond.
cardamom.
lemon.
apples.
mint.
ginger.

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How do you reduce the acidity of rhubarb? ›

Adding a bit of baking soda to a recipe can help reduce the acidity of your baked rhubarb dish.