Broccoli provides fiber, vitamin C, vitamin K, folate and other beneficial plant compounds. Its sulforaphane-related compounds have also attracted considerable scientific interest because of their potential antioxidant and cellular-protective effects.
Eating broccoli as part of a varied diet can therefore be a healthy choice for most people.
🍽️ What’s the Best Way to Cook It?
For maximum nutritional value, avoid boiling broccoli for a long time.
Try:
- Light steaming
- Quick sautéing
- Microwaving with a small amount of water
- Roasting
- Eating it raw if you tolerate it well
If you do boil broccoli, using the cooking water in a soup or sauce can help retain some of the nutrients that move into the water.
The Bottom Line…
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