Can You Eat Raw Rhubarb? My Favorite Way to Enjoy It
Can you eat raw rhubarb? Yes! Learn how to safely enjoy uncooked rhubarb with sweet dips like maple syrup, honey, brown sugar, or Monk Fruit sweetener to keep it low-carb.
Servings: 1 Serving
Calories: 11kcal
Equipment
- 1 peeling knife to peel the rhubarb and trim tne ends or any leaves
Ingredients
- 1 Fresh raw red rhubarb stalk (s) or more as needed Choose firm, tender, and blemish-free fresh red stalks. Avoid those that are woody, very thick, or limp. Remove and discard any leaves.
- 2 tablespoons of sweetener of choice like maple syrup, raw honey, brown sugar, or Monk Fruit sweetener or more as needed
Instructions
- Use a small knife to gently peel away any stringy outer layers from the stalk(s). Trim off both ends. Cut the stalks into small pieces or thin slices to ease the tart bite (optional).1 Fresh raw red rhubarb stalk (s) or more as needed
- Place the preferred sweetener into a small bowl and dip the peeled rhubarb stalk generously into it for that delightful sweet-sour contrast.2 tablespoons of sweetener of choice like maple syrup, raw honey, brown sugar, or Monk Fruit sweetener
Notes
Helpful Tips:
- Pick the Right Stalks: Red stalks of fresh rhubarb are generally less acidic than green ones, making them a better choice for snacking.
- Peel if Needed: Use a knife or vegetable peeler to remove the stringy outer layer, especially on thicker stalks.
- Slice or Chop: Cut into small pieces or ribbons for easier munching or salad topping.
- Important: Only eat the stalks—never the leaves. The leaves of the plant are high in oxalic acid and can be toxic when consumed in large quantities. Grocery store rhubarb typically comes leaf-free, but double-check just in case.
Nutrition
Serving: 1 | Calories: 11kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 0.5g | Fat: 0.1g | Saturated Fat: 0.03g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.02g | Sodium: 2mg | Potassium: 147mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 52IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 44mg | Iron: 0.1mg
