Availability: All Year Around
What to look out for
When buying broccoli look for bright green colours, usually with no yellow, brown, grey, or black spots. The florets of the broccoli should be tight and nicely closed. The cut ends, should be fresh, moist, and with a white/green colour.
Try to avoid cut ends that look cracked, dried or with yellow colour.
Storage
Broccoli can go bad in only 1 to 2 day if stored inappropriately
Fridge: Broccoli should be stored in a fridge. We recommend placing it inside a loosely closed or perforated bag to stay fresh. Also we would suggest only washing the broccoli prior to use. Properly stored inside the fridge it can last up to 5 days.
Freezer: Broccoli should be sliced into florets or small pieces, and blanched then placed in a freezer bag.
Benefits
Nutrient dense
Broccoli is a rich source for several minerals, vitamins, fibre, and bioactive compounds.
High in Antioxidants
Broccoli contains multiple antioxidants such as Lutein and Zeaxanthin, these compounds may help in preventing oxidative stress and cellular damage in our eyes.
Can Help Reduce Inflammation
Due to the bioactive compounds broccoli contains, these compounds may be responsible for anti-inflammatory effects inside the body.
May Fight Against Certain Types of Cancer
Several studies have showed that cruciferous vegetables, such as broccoli may have compounds that can act as a cancer-preventative agent.
May Support Heart Health
Broccoli contains specific antioxidants that may help and reduce the overall risk of heart attack.