Radicchio Chicory is a Treviso/Italian growing style chicory. A compact, tall type of radicchio with excellent internal colour. The flavour is slightly bitter and spicy when eaten raw, and it is delicious when roasted or grilled.
🌱 SEEDLING HEIGHT | 15cm-19cm, including the root system
🥗 WHERE TO PLANT | Middle two levels
Harvest Suggestions:
Salads: Use fresh, raw leaves for a bold addition to salads.
Grilled: Roast or grill the leaves to soften the bitterness and add a smoky flavour.
Pizza Topping: Add grilled radicchio to pizzas for a rich, caramelized flavour.
Pasta Dishes: Sauté with garlic and olive oil and toss with pasta for a bitter-sweet side.
Wraps: Use the leaves as a wrap for grilled meats or roasted veggies for a unique twist.