Rhubarb with Greek YoghurtIt’s this long-awaited rhubarb time of the year, and there is nothing better than desserts based on this tangy vegetable combined with something smooth and sweet.The good thing about rhubarb, even when transformed into a high-caloric dish, is that is has been shown to have substantial health benefits.  It is rich in antioxidants protecting against cancer and apparently baking the rhubarb for 20 minutes INCREASES the concentration of  substances that are good for you (Dr Gordon McDougall, Food Chemistry, 2010). (there is no mention however in this publication of added health benefits of custard or cream, I am sorry to say).Rhubarb itself is one of the vegetables with the least calories (almost justifying making it into crumble, right?) and boasts of vitamin A + C (good for your eyes and immune system) and vitamin K.I made this Ottolenghi based rhubarb recipe for my last dinner party and it was very well received.  So I thought I share it with you.

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