Ingredient

Baby Broccoli

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers use baby broccoli for its fresh, slightly bitter flavor and tender texture. It …

What it is

Baby broccoli is a young, immature broccoli plant. It is harvested before the flower buds fully open, resulting in smaller florets and tender stems. It is grown and harvested similarly to mature broccoli.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use baby broccoli for its fresh, slightly bitter flavor and tender texture. It is often found in stir-fries, salads, and as a side dish. Its appearance is similar to broccolini, which is a hybrid of broccoli and Chinese broccoli.

Health notes

Baby broccoli is a vegetable and a good source of vitamins and fiber. The US FDA considers it a food ingredient. Regulatory bodies like EFSA have evaluated many vegetables for their nutritional content. No specific health concerns are associated with the consumption of baby broccoli at typical dietary levels.

Allergen info

Baby broccoli is not a major allergen. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Baby Broccoli

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AEM Food and Beverage, Inc Organic Tofu, Baby Broccoli & Sprouted Mung Salad Pickles, Olives, Peppers & Relishes High in sodium — 21% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 127kcal 4.2Protein 7.8Fat 11.3Carbs Cal Chefs, LLC Teriyaki-Style Chicken Stir Fry Meal Kit, Teriyaki-Style Other Deli High in sodium — 27% DV per serving 94kcal 8.0Protein 2.9Fat 8.7Carbs Cal Chefs, LLC Chicken Marsala Meal Kit, Chicken Other Deli 116kcal 9.4Protein 3.6Fat 10.9Carbs Cal Chefs, LLC Mild Korean-Style BBQ Steak Meal Kits, Mild Korean-Style BBQ Other Deli High in sodium — 22% DV per serving 107kcal 8.6Protein 3.6Fat 10Carbs Cal Chefs, LLC Cilantro Lime Steak Meal Kit, Cilantro Lime Other Deli 129kcal 10Protein 5.7Fat 10.7Carbs Baby Broccoli Crystal Valley Foods, Inc. Baby Broccoli Pre-Packaged Fruit & Vegetables 35kcal 2.4Protein 0Fat 7.1Carbs Cal Chefs, LLC Thai-Style Coconut Chicken Meal Kit, Thai-Style Coconut Other Deli High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 145kcal 8.7Protein 6.5Fat 12.3Carbs Cal Chefs, LLC Lemongrass Chicken Stir Fry Meal Kits, Lemongrass Other Deli 101kcal 8.0Protein 5.1Fat 5.8Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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