41 Rhubarb Recipes, From Sweet Custard Tarts to Savory Pork Chops Make the most of this rosy vegetable while it's at its peak. Close Credit: Con Poulos Rhubarb fans, unite! The season for this tart, colorful spring vegetable is upon us. Yes, botanically rhubarb is a vegetable (and the tomato a fruit), but we mostly use this seasonal treat in desserts. If your garden yields an endless supply—or you stock up at the farmers market—and you're wondering what to do with the windfall, lucky for you, we're rhubarb connoisseurs. Here, we're sharing our treasure trove of rhubarb recipes including pies, tarts, cakes, cobblers, crisps, pavlovas, chutney, and more. How to Buy, Store, and Prep Rhubarb When shopping for rhubarb, look for thin, red-pink crisp stalks and skip the floppy specimens, as they were likely picked too long ago. Once home, wrap the rhubarb stalks in plastic, and refrigerate for up to a week, or freeze the rhubarb to enjoy later. To use, rinse and trim the tops and bottoms of the stalks, and discard the toxic leaves. Our Guide to When Every Fruit and Vegetable Is in Season 01 of 41 Lemon-Rhubarb Olive Oil Cake Credit: Marcus Nilsson Olive oil plays a supporting role in this rich Bundt cake with a light, fluffy texture similar to a baked cake donut. Rhubarb is added to the batter, the perfect counterpoint to the zingy lemon flavor. View Recipe 02 of 41 Mini Strawberry-Rhubarb Galettes Credit: Jennifer Causey A cinch to assemble, these phyllo dough galettes are filled with a heavenly combo of rhubarb and strawberries, then sprinkled with lavender sugar and lavender buds. View Recipe 03 of 41 Rhubarb Custard Tart Credit: Kate Sears The secret to success with this stunning tart is blind-baking the crust. Pop it in the oven before making the filling—this helps it get firm and crunchy, so you won't end up with a soggy bottom as the luscious custard and scored rhubarb stalks are baked in. View Recipe 04 of 41 Rhubarb-Apple-Almond Cobbler Credit: Kate Sears Cobblers are one of the most effortless desserts imaginable, and this rhubarb variation is no exception. The filling is made with greenmarket-fresh rhubarb, Granny Smith apples, and a hint of ginger and lemon, then crowned with an almond flour-enhanced biscuit topping. View Recipe 05 of 41 Roasted Rhubarb-and-Sour-Cherry Compote Credit: Kate Sears This intensely sweet-tart condiment is as versatile as it is vivacious. Sour cherries pack a punch and keep their color when roasted with rhubarb and orange juice. Add a dollop to your morning yogurt, serve it on a cheese plate, or purée it for a vibrant spring cocktail. View Recipe 06 of 41 Roasted Rhubarb-and-Cherry Gimlet Credit: Kate Sears This super spring drink starts with a puree of our Roasted Rhubarb-and-Sour-Cherry Compote, then come the classic gimlet ingredients: gin, fresh lime juice, and seltzer. Shake them together, and toast the season. View Recipe 07 of 41 Strawberry-Rhubarb Rolled Pavlova Credit: Kate Sears Strawberries and rhubarb always make a dynamic duo, and this tubular take on the usual mounded pavlova may be their best outing yet. Meringue is spread thinly, baked, and cooled, then rolled up with rhubarb and raspberry jam, sliced strawberries, and whipped cream. View Recipe 08 of 41 Pan Roasted Chicken With Rhubarb Credit: Kate Sears Remember that rhubarb is, botanically speaking, a vegetable—so don't miss out on its savory applications like this easy sauce for chicken spotlighting an aromatic blend of turmeric, cumin, garlic, onion, and ginger. View Recipe 09 of 41 Rhubarb Crumb Cake Credit: Sidney Bensimon A double dose of our star vegetable is the secret to this orange-scented cake bursting with jammy rhubarb, topped with a brown-sugar crumble, and finished with whipped cream infused with rhubarb syrup. View Recipe 10 of 41 Pickled Rhubarb Credit: Kate Sears We love this super-versatile condiment on cheese plates or mixed with savory ingredients like chopped parsley, olive oil, and red pepper flakes, the ultimate relish for grilled steak or pork chops. View Recipe 11 of 41 Green Salad With Roasted Beets and Pickled Rhubarb Credit: Kate Sears One of the many ways to coax rhubarb in a savory direction: pickled rhubarb made with a brine of white vinegar, sugar, and star anise. Enjoy the bread-and-butter pickle flavor with tender lettuces and roasted beets, or with slaws and sandwiches. View Recipe 12 of 41 Rhubarb-Strawberry Lattice Pie Credit: Con Poulos Here we have the classic rhubarb pairing, made with a top crust that shows off the glorious fruit filling. You can also crisscross fruits, and swap raspberries for strawberries, a delicious take on tradition. View Recipe 13 of 41 Rhubarb-Strawberry Tart Credit: Christopher Testani The ace pairing of rhubarb and strawberries is enhanced with sugar and fresh lemon juice and thickened with cornstarch for the filling in this showstopping tart. View Recipe 14 of 41 Rhubarb and Beets Credit: Romulo Yanes Toss rhubarb and baby beets with olive oil, salt, and pepper, and roast until tender. Scatter toasted walnuts on top for crunch before serving. Voila: a dish that tastes as good as it looks. View Recipe 15 of 41 Pistachio-Rhubarb Yogurt Cake Credit: Christopher Testani Sweet and moist, with just the right amounts of roasted rhubarb and ground pistachios throughout, this cake makes a spectacular spring dessert. Serve with more roasted rhubarb swirled into yogurt. View Recipe 16 of 41 Pavlova With Rhubarb and Pistachios Credit: Jonathan Lovekin A feast for the senses, this dessert is as delicious as it is beautiful! The sweet-tart baked rhubarb contrasts with crunchy pistachios and the crispy yet soft and sugary meringue. View Recipe 17 of 41 Rhubarb-Raspberry Cheesecake Squares Credit: Con Poulos A ruby-red gelée of rhubarb and raspberries tops the creamy filling and graham-cracker crust in this easy cheesecake. A crowd-pleaser, all around. View Recipe 18 of 41 Rhubarb Buckle Credit: Dana Gallagher Dotted with rhubarb and topped with irresistible crunchy crumbs, this scrumptious buckle will bowl over friends and family. Make it a day in advance, cut it into squares, and watch it disappear. View Recipe 19 of 41 Rhubarb Fizz Credit: John Kernick Homemade rhubarb syrup, gin, prosecco, and lemons are all you need to make this pretty-in-pink beverage. Try it at your next brunch. View Recipe 20 of 41 Rhubarb Muffins We love the eye-catching chunks of tart rhubarb in these sweet, moist buttermilk muffins. They'll be the first to go at your breakfast spread. View Recipe 21 of 41 Rosé-Poached Rhubarb Simmer rhubarb with rosé wine and a trio of spices—vanilla bean, cinnamon, and star anise—then serve with vanilla ice cream or Greek yogurt for an elegant spring dessert. View Recipe 22 of 41 Rosy Rhubarb-Meringue Cake Credit: Dana Gallagher If you're searching for an over-the-top spring dessert that's sure to wow guests, look no further than this sky-high meringue cake topped with fresh whipped cream and homemade rhubarb compote. View Recipe 23 of 41 Rhubarb Upside-Down Cake Whether you put it on a pedestal or not, this pretty upside-down cake with a delicate crumb base is a winner—and it's one of Martha's favorite recipes. View Recipe 24 of 41 Pork Chops With Rhubarb-Cherry Sauce One for the savory side, this lively sauce pairs rhubarb with dried cherries, onion, and a splash of balsamic. It goes well with pork chops or chicken or spread it on a slice of goat-cheese-topped bread for a genius crostini. View Recipe 25 of 41 Strawberry-Rhubarb Sangria Bubbly, fruity, and altogether festive, this fresh take on sangria is made with sparkling wine, orange juice, cooked rhubarb, and strawberries. View Recipe 26 of 41 Rhubarb Meringue Pie Better than lemon meringue pie? There's room for both at the dessert table, but this rhubarb curd take on the classic meringue pie may be a smidge prettier View Recipe 27 of 41 Baked Thick-Cut Bacon With Rhubarb Chutney Credit: Con Poulos Chutney is a versatile fruity condiment that adds another dimension to all kinds of dishes, like cheese, cured meats, and roast chicken or pork. When paired with bacon, it takes brunch to the next level. View Recipe 28 of 41 Rhubarb Pie Credit: Lisa Cohen Some fruit fillings might be a tad sweet for the brown-sugar crumble topping, but not this one, thanks to tangy rhubarb. Note: no strawberries here! View Recipe 29 of 41 Strawberry-Rhubarb Crisp Credit: Frederic Lagrange Easier than pie and just as tasty, this crisp calls for rhubarb and strawberries under a crunchy oat topping. Fresh basil leaves lend a colorful enhancement. View Recipe 30 of 41 Poached Rhubarb With Elderflower Sabayon Credit: Johnny Miller Simmer rhubarb with water, sugar, vanilla bean, and lemon zest until tender, then finish with a warm, frothy St-Germain-spiked sabayon. Simple, but sublime. View Recipe 31 of 41 Vanilla-Rhubarb Tart Credit: Con Poulos This gorgeous tart calls for arranging short pieces of rhubarb in a herringbone pattern, but it would be just as delicious without the careful arrangement. Once you try the combination of rhubarb and fragrant vanilla bean, you're sure to put it on repeat, time and again. View Recipe 32 of 41 Chilled Rhubarb and Raspberry Soup So refreshing, this sweet-tart, vanilla-scented dessert soup takes rhubarb far from its usual pie-cake-crisp territory. View Recipe 33 of 41 Rhubarb Crumb Bars Going to the sweet—and buttery—side, these rhubarb-filled streusel bars are an irresistible teatime treat. You can also trade half of the rhubarb with an equal weight of its classic companion, quartered strawberries. View Recipe 34 of 41 Rhubarb Custards Credit: Johnny Miller Another classic pairing for rhubarb: Here, the plant's sweet-tart flavor shines through in a creamy custard. Our recipe simplifies the technique—no water bath required—but doesn't compromise on taste. View Recipe 35 of 41 Rhubarb Compote Just three ingredients—rhubarb, sugar, and a little fresh ginger—create this compote that complements yogurt, ice cream, pound cake, and lots more. View Recipe 36 of 41 Rhubarb-Buckwheat Scones Credit: Con Poulos Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon snack, these glorious rhubarb scones are made with all-purpose flour, a hint of buckwheat flour, and served with our pretty strawberry butter. View Recipe 37 of 41 Classic Rhubarb Fool With Farm-Fresh Cream This classic warm-weather English dessert is light and sweet with the contrasting tartness of rhubarb. And with only three ingredients—rhubarb, cream, and sugar—it is simplicity itself. View Recipe 38 of 41 Rhubarb Crisp Credit: Jacob Fox Our rhubarb crisp is a simple, delectable way to celebrate this tart and springy vegetable. The filling comes together quickly with only three ingredients, then it's topped with a sweet, flaky oat mixture. View Recipe 39 of 41 Rhubarb Custard Pie Credit: Mike Krautter This spring-forward custard pie lets the tangy flavors of rhubarb shine. We use one of our favorite buttery pie dough recipes and the filling is a classic custard mixture—heavy cream, melted butter, eggs, and sugar. View Recipe 40 of 41 Strawberry-Rhubarb Coffee Cake A tangy take on the beloved coffee cake. This recipe was developed by Emily Donahue for Rosey's Coffee and Tea in Hanover, New Hampshire, and it is one of our favorite spring treats to make. View Recipe 41 of 41 Rhubarb-Blueberry Corn Muffins Credit: Johnny Miller Pair tart and sweet flavors in this easy, one bowl muffin recipe. The recipe yields 12 muffins, making it ideal for meal prepping or feeding a brunch crowd. View Recipe Explore more: Food & Cooking Recipes Seasonal Recipes Spring Recipes