Best Method recommended method with best effort-to-efficacy tradeoff 3-5 days
Stems in Water
- Trim stem ends and place in jar with an inch of water
- Loosely cover leaves with plastic bag
- Refrigerate and change water every day or two
- Keep away from ethylene producers
Alternative another good method that's just different 2-4 days
Damp Paper Towel
- Wrap in damp (not soaking) paper towel
- Place in plastic bag or container
- Refrigerate
Protect your produce

This item is sensitive to ethylene gas, which is released by other produce.
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Revival Tips
Wilted broccoli rabe can still be cooked; trim tough stems if needed.
Fun Facts
- Broccoli rabe (rapini) is related to turnips, not broccoli; it has a bitter, peppery flavor and is popular in Italian cooking.