Like all vegetables, Tenderstem® broccoli is a healthy choice and provides variety in a balanced diet. 80g or approximately six stems equates to one portion towards the recommended five a day.
And thanks to a recent health study into the tenderness and nutritional content of a number of varieties of green veg, Tenderstem® has been crowned ‘King of Broccoli’ - good news if you’re looking for a quick and easy vegetable that delivers great taste, perfect texture and fantastic nutritional attributes:
Vitamins & Minerals
Tenderstem® broccoli contains twice the vitamin C content of the equivalent fresh weight of oranges and has a higher concentration of vitamin C than both cauliflower and cabbage.
Tenderstem® also contains one of the highest levels of folic acid, which is vital for expectant mothers looking to reduce the risk of spina bifida in babies, and valuable for the treatment of anemia and fatigue.
Tenderstem® is also high in vitamin A and potassium and is a good source of iron, vitamin B6 and Calcium.
Carotenoids & Glucosinolates
Tenderstem® broccoli contains excellent levels of carotenoids - No other type of broccoli demonstrated higher levels of carotenoids, which are thought to help with both fighting the risk of cancer and the risk of heart disease.
Tenderstem® broccoli is also an excellent source of glucosinolates which are known to help in the prevention of certain cancers and contains up to 45% more glucosinolates than the most common broccoli (marathon).
Quicker to cook, better for you
The study revealed Tenderstem® is 25-30% more tender than purple sprouting broccoli and the most tender variety of broccoli on the market.
And thanks to its superior tenderness, Tenderstem® requires less cooking than any other form of broccoli, which means it retains a higher proportion of nutrients when once it’s cooked too.
To see a full overview of the study’s findings, click here
Aldo Zilli’s Spaghetti with Tenderstem® Broccoli, Garlic and Chilli
Baked Sea Bass, Tenderstem® Broccoli, Rosemary Roasted New Potatoes and Anchovy Herb Butter
Indian-Spiced Warm Tenderstem® and Carrot Salad
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