Broccoli is one of the most well-known vegetables out there! Broccoli is a dark green vegetable meaning it is an excellent source of fiber, iron, antioxidants, calcium, vitamin C, and vitamin K, among other things. It’s important to eat vegetables such as broccoli as it can reduce blood cholesterol levels, decrease the risk of heart disease, and is a vital part of maintaining a healthy diet.
As vegetables come, broccoli is one of the most versatile. Not only does it provide excellent nutritional benefits, but you can eat it raw, steamed, sauteed, in casseroles, in soups, or in salads, and so many other ways. Here are a few fun ways to incorporate broccoli into your diet!
Written by: Kate Wilson
Sources:
https://www.myplate.gov/eat-healthy/vegetables
https://fruitsandveggies.org/stories/broccoli-one-versatile-veggies/
https://fruitsandveggies.org/recipes/broccoli-salad/
https://fruitsandveggies.org/recipes/crazy-curly-broccoli-bake/
https://fruitsandveggies.org/recipes/broccoli-red-pepper-stir-fry/
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