Royal Rose's Premiere Radicchio

Radicchio has a sharp, intense flavor that is pleasantly bitter. It has tender but firm leaves and is a popular green in salad mixes. Commonly, the name “radicchio” refers to the variety with dark maroon leaves and white ribs growing in a round head about the size of a large grapefruit. This premiere Royal Rose™ variety is known as Radicchio di Chiogga.

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Purchasing:

Radicchio is sold by weight. For radicchio, size is a measurement of freshness. A small dry head of radicchio has had a long hard life: it's small because the outer layers of leaves have been trimmed away to keep it looking good. Royal Rose™ Radicchio is a big, firm head with dark leaves, bright white ribs and a fresh texture.

Buying Tips:

1. Look for dark red to purple leaves with small white veins.
2. Select tight, firm radicchio heads that feel heavy for their size.
3. Avoid very small heads (less than 1/2 pound)–they're old.
4. Avoid heads that are pointed, misshapen or ones with loose leaves.

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Availability:

Royal Rose™ Radicchio is available year-round.