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cooked, chopped
35
Calories
2.4g
Protein
0.4g
Fat
7g
Carbs
3.3g
Fiber
1.4g
Sugar
41mg
Sodium
0.1g
Sat Fat
55
Calories
3.7g
Protein
0.6g
Fat
11g
Carbs
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Low GI foods provide sustained energy and are ideal for meals throughout the day.
Overview
One of the most nutrient-dense vegetables. Very high in vitamins C, K, and cancer-fighting compounds.
Meal Timing
Add to any meal for volume and micronutrients. Steaming preserves the most nutrients.
Protein
Broccoli has decent protein for a vegetable (2.4g/100g) but is not a primary protein source.
Broccoli works well in a calorie deficit. Low calorie density lets you eat more volume.
Broccoli supports a calorie surplus. Useful for balanced meals during a bulk.
Calorie Context
At 35 cal/100g, broccoli is extremely low calorie. A full cup of chopped broccoli is only 55 calories.
Comparison
More protein per calorie than most vegetables. Higher in vitamin C than oranges per 100g.
Broccoli has 35 calories per 100g. A typical serving (1 cup chopped (156g), 156g) contains 55 calories.
Yes, Broccoli is cutting-friendly. Broccoli provides 2.4g protein per 100g, which helps with satiety during a calorie deficit.
Yes, Broccoli works well during a bulk. With 2.4g protein per 100g, Broccoli has decent protein for a vegetable (2.4g/100g) but is not a primary protein source.
Broccoli has a glycemic index of 15, which is classified as Low. Low GI foods provide sustained energy and are ideal for meals throughout the day.
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