Broccoli
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Calories: 34
Energy: 142 kj
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| Protein: | 2.82 g | |||||||
| Fat - total: | 0 g | |||||||
| Carbohydrate - by diff: | 6.64 g | |||||||
| Sugar - total: | 1.70 g | |||||||
| Fibre: | 2.6 g | |||||||
| Water: | 89.30 g | |||||||
General Description:
A member of the cabbage family.
Is the flowering head of the plant.
Blue/green buds on thick, fleshy, green stalks.
Nutrient rich.
Studies suggest broccoli has health building and cancer preventing potential with many therapeutic qualities.
Selection:
Select firm spears, avoid browning, woody or yellowing stalks - these indicate tough bitter tops.
Nutrition Information:
High levels of antioxidants, B Vitamins, Calcium, Iron & Zinc.
Also contains Vitamin C & E.
Provides 142kj / 100g.
Storage & Handling Information:
Store broccoli in the warmest part of the fridge and use as soon as possible.
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Growing Area Information:
WA - Outer Metropolitan Areas, South West - Manjimup, Myalup.
*Imported stock available during local season.
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A satisfying soup made with vibrant broccoli purée, enriched with butter and cream. |
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For a great tasting vegetarian recipe made from homemade short or purchased flan pastry give, this savoury tart recipe is worth making. |
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