Radicchio

Radicchio is a leafy vegetable from the chicory family, recognized by its deep red leaves and white veins. It has a distinctly bitter, slightly spicy flavor that becomes milder when cooked. Radicchio is commonly eaten raw in salads, but it can also be grilled, roasted, or sautéed to soften its bitterness.

Nutritionally, radicchio is low in calories and provides dietary fiber, vitamin K, and small amounts of other vitamins and minerals. Its bold flavor and crisp texture make it a useful vegetable for adding variety and color to balanced meals.

Nutrition values are reported per 100 g of raw edible radicchio. The existing 40 g shredded serving provides about 10 kcal, calculated from the backend value of 26 kcal per 100 g. Use weighed edible portions when logging.