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Rhubarb has become synonymous with pie in the springtime, and this tart vegetable is rarely served outside of the dessert course. But the truth is, rhubarb is a vegetable and it’s time to think outside the pie. Here are a few savory rhubarb recipes to get your creative juices flowing.
Savory Rhubarb Recipes
These savory rhubarb recipes help this tasty vegetable move from the dessert course to the center of the meal.
Persian Lamb and Rhubarb Stew (Khoresht Rivas)
This traditional middle eastern dish uses rhubarb as a vegetable in a one of a kind stew full of fresh herbs. Savory rhubarb chunks add a bright tartness to this meaty dish.
Rhubarb BBQ Sauce Grilled Chicken
Tart and tangy, with just a little bit of sweet and smoky complexity, this rhubarb BBQ sauce is a unique and unexpected twist that is perfect for grilling season!
Pickled Rhubarb
Add a little spice to your plate with these tangy rhubarb pickles.
Tilapia Tacos with Strawberry + Rhubarb
A bit of sour from the rhubarb compliments fish wonderfully, and these creative tacos will turn heads at the dinner table.
Instant Pot Ribs with Rhubarb BBQ Sauce
Using an instant pot makes this an easy dinner, and a wonderful way to get rhubarb onto the table as part of the main dish.
Savory Rhubarb Sauce {Vegan, Gluten-free}
Rhubarb pasta sauce? Yup! This Savory Rhubarb Sauce Recipe is beyond simple. You only need 7 everyday ingredients and less than 20 minutes to whip this up. Great served over pasta, grilled meats and grilled veggies. Suitable for Gluten-free and vegan diets.
Rhubarb and Tomato Soup with Bacon Omelet
An amazing way of using rhubarb this spring. Rhubarb and tomato soup – tangy, aromatic and topped with bacon omelet.
Rhubarb-Wine BBQ Sauce | Kitchen Confidante
Tart rhubarb and umami rich wine come together in this unforgettable Sweet and Savory Rhubarb BBQ sauce.
Chicken With Rhubarb Sauce
Tart veggies and fruits, believe it or not, are lovely with chicken. Think lemon chicken, but with a lot more going on. This savory rhubarb sauce creates a well rounded meal with a unique spin.
Rhubarb Chutney with Strawberries and Ginger • Happy Kitchen
This tangy and sweet Indian rhubarb chutney with strawberries and ginger is packed with nutrients, while being vegan, vegetarian, low carb, paleo, gluten-free and incredibly delicious! Perfect condiment for spring and summer BBQ!
Goat Cheese Crostini with Rhubarb Chutney • Happy Kitchen
Rhubarb appetizers anyone? Tart rhubarb compliments flavorful goat cheese in these bit size morsels.
Grilled Fish Tacos with Pineapple Rhubarb Salsa
These Grilled Fish Tacos with Pineapple Rhubarb Salsa are stuffed with salt and pepper crusted fish, a piquant fruit salsa and they’re topped with a creamy avocado dip.
More Rhubarb Recipes
Still looking for more rhubarb recipe inspiration? Check out this guide on How to Cook Rhubarb, with 50+ recipes both savory and sweet including:
- Amish Rhubarb Custard Pie
- Rhubarb Upside Down Cake
- Persian Lamb & Rhubarb Stew
- Creative Rhubarb Cocktails
- Rhubarb Wine
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