Romanesco:Â A Beautiful Natural Fractal
Basic Oil-Free Roasting
Romanesco is an heirloom vegetable that originated in Italy.  It’s related to cauliflower and broccoli, but it has a unique, nutty flavor. It’s beautiful geometry makes it one of nature’s greenest fractals. Chef Katie Simmons shows you how to steam-roast this healthy veggie for fat-free, oil-free flavor.
How to Use in Recipes:
- Roast and serve with Roasted Red Pepper Hummus
- Roast and sprinkle with 5-Minute Vegan Cashew “Parm”
- Grilled Romanesco Salad with Charred-Herb Dressing on Food and Wine
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Pasta with Romanesco, Capers, and Chiles on Food 52
- Use in place of cauliflower or broccoli for any recipe!
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 1 cup, cooked (no oil)
| Calories | 35 | Sodium | — mg |
| Total Fat | 1 g | Potassium | — mg |
| Saturated | 0 g | Total Carbs | 6 g |
| Polyunsaturated | 0 g | Dietary Fiber | 3 g |
| Monounsaturated | 0 g | Sugars | 3 g |
| Trans | 0 g | Protein | 2 g |
| Cholesterol | — mg | ||
| Vitamin A | –% | Calcium | –% |
| Vitamin C | –% | Iron | –% |
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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