Cruciferous Vegetables

Broccoli

What's in Broccoli?
Vitamin A, Iron, Fiber, Folate, and as much calcium per ounce as milk! 

Storing Broccoli 

• Keep it unwashed and covered in the refrigerator until it is ready to be prepared. It can last at least a week when stored like this!

How to tell if broccoli is fresh: 

• Broccoli is not fresh when the florets are enlarged, open, or a yellow-green color.​

Here is one easy way to enjoy broccoli

Brussels Sprouts

Storing Brussels Sprouts

• Store the brussels sprouts unwashed in a plastic bag.  They can last like this for up to a week.  Wash them and remove the wrinkled outer leaves just before you are ready to prepare and eat them!

What's in Brussel Sprouts? 

• Vitamin K, Vitamin C, Folate, Fiber

Here is one easy way to enjoy Brussels sprouts

Other cruciferous vegetables include

​Cauli​flower

Cabbage

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Try these recipes!

Zesty Brussels Sprouts

Fiesta Rice

Roasted Broccoli