Broccoli Spears
What is Broccoli Spears?
Broccoli spears are the flower heads and upper stalks of the broccoli plant, a cruciferous vegetable. They are harvested and often sold fresh or frozen. Broccoli is a widely cultivated vegetable grown in many parts of the world.
Is Broccoli Spears vegan?
Broccoli Spears is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Broccoli Spears a major allergen?
Not a major allergen.
What is Broccoli Spears used for?
Broccoli spears are typically sold as a whole food ingredient, either fresh or frozen, for consumers to prepare at home.
Is Broccoli Spears safe?
Broccoli is a nutrient-dense vegetable rich in vitamins, minerals, and fiber.
Why it's used
Broccoli spears are typically sold as a whole food ingredient, either fresh or frozen, for consumers to prepare at home. They are not usually added by manufacturers as a functional ingredient but are a primary component of frozen vegetable mixes or ready-to-eat meals.
Health notes
Broccoli is a nutrient-dense vegetable rich in vitamins, minerals, and fiber. It is generally recognized as safe and healthy when consumed as part of a balanced diet. Regulatory bodies like the FDA consider whole vegetables to be safe for consumption. There are no specific regulatory limits set for broccoli consumption.
Allergen info
Not a major allergen.
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