Rapini (commonly marketed in the
United States as
broccoli raab/
rabe ) is a green
cruciferous vegetable. The edible parts are the leaves, buds, and stems. The buds somewhat resemble
broccoli, but do not form a large head. Rapini is known for its slightly bitter taste and is particularly associated with
Italian,
Galician, and
Portuguese cuisines. Within the Italian tradition, the plant is associated especially with southern Italian cuisines such as those of
Ciociaria,
Rome,
Naples,
Campania, and
Apulia.