Broccoli
Premium Green Vegetable
₡950.00
Enjoy the crisp freshness of premium broccoli, packed with nutrients and perfect for healthy meals. Ideal for steaming, salads, and stir-fries. Naturally delicious and farm-picked for quality.
Broccoli is a very versatile vegetable that can be used in many ways at home—both in cooking and for nutrition. Here are some common and practical uses:
1. Cooking and Meals 🥦
Steamed or boiled: A simple side dish served with rice, chicken, fish, or meat.
Stir-fries: Add broccoli to vegetable or meat stir-fries for texture and nutrients.
Soups and creams: Used to make creamy broccoli soup or vegetable soups.
Salads: Can be used raw or lightly blanched in salads with carrots, nuts, and dressing.
Pasta dishes: Mixed with pasta, olive oil, garlic, and cheese.
Omelettes and scrambled eggs: Chopped broccoli adds nutrition and flavor.
2. Healthy Snacks
Roasted broccoli: Baked with olive oil, salt, and spices until crispy.
Broccoli with dip: Raw broccoli florets served with hummus, yogurt dip, or cheese sauce.
3. Smoothies and Juices
Small amounts of broccoli can be added to green smoothies with fruits like banana, pineapple, or apple for extra vitamins.
4. Freezing for Later
Broccoli can be blanched and frozen so it lasts several months and can be used quickly in future meals.
5. Nutrition for Home Diets
Broccoli is rich in:
Vitamin C
Vitamin K
Fiber
Antioxidants
These nutrients help support the immune system, digestion, and overall health.
6. Using the Whole Plant
Stems: Peel and slice them for stir-fries or soups (they are edible and nutritious).
Leaves (if fresh): Can be cooked like spinach or kale.
✅ Tip: Do not overcook broccoli—light steaming keeps more nutrients and better flavor.
Nutritional Information (per 100 g)
Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
Calories | 34 kcal |
Water | ~89% |
Protein | 2.8 g |
Carbohydrates | 6.6 g |
Sugars | 1.7 g |
Fiber | 2.6 g |
Fat | 0.4 g |
Vitamins
Vitamin | Amount | % Daily Value (approx.) |
|---|---|---|
Vitamin C | 89 mg | ~99% |
Vitamin K | 102 µg | ~85% |
Vitamin A | 623 IU | ~12% |
Folate (B9) | 63 µg | ~16% |
Vitamin B6 | 0.17 mg | ~10% |
Minerals
Mineral | Amount |
|---|---|
Potassium | 316 mg |
Calcium | 47 mg |
Magnesium | 21 mg |
Phosphorus | 66 mg |
Iron | 0.7 mg |
Key Health Benefits
🛡 Rich in antioxidants that help protect cells.
❤️ Supports heart health thanks to fiber and potassium.
🦴 Supports bone health due to vitamin K and calcium.
🧠 Supports immune function with high vitamin C.
🌿 Contains sulforaphane, a compound studied for its potential anti-inflammatory and protective effects.
✅ Tip: Lightly steaming broccoli preserves more nutrients than boiling.