Broccoli
What is Broccoli?
Broccoli is a cruciferous vegetable, a cultivar of Brassica oleracea. It is native to Italy and has been cultivated for centuries. It is typically consumed as a whole vegetable, either raw or cooked.
Is Broccoli vegan?
Broccoli is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Broccoli a major allergen?
Broccoli is not one of the 14 major allergens that UK law requires to be emphasised on food labels.
What is Broccoli used for?
Broccoli is primarily used as a whole vegetable in food products, valued for its nutritional content and texture.
Is Broccoli safe?
Broccoli is a whole food and not a food additive, so it does not have an E-number or require authorisation on the Register of Food Additive Authorisations.
Why it's used
Broccoli is primarily used as a whole vegetable in food products, valued for its nutritional content and texture. It is commonly found in ready meals, salads, and frozen vegetable mixes.
Health notes
Broccoli is a whole food and not a food additive, so it does not have an E-number or require authorisation on the Register of Food Additive Authorisations. It is a source of vitamins, minerals, and dietary fibre. The NHS Eatwell Guide recommends consuming plenty of vegetables, including broccoli, as part of a healthy diet. Research suggests that compounds in cruciferous vegetables may have health benefits, but evidence regarding specific disease prevention or causation is complex and ongoing.
Allergen info
Broccoli is not one of the 14 major allergens that UK law requires to be emphasised on food labels. Not a major allergen.
Foods that contain Broccoli
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