Riced Broccoli
What is Riced Broccoli?
Riced broccoli is broccoli that has been processed into small pieces resembling grains of rice. It is made by washing, chopping, and sometimes steaming or blanching fresh broccoli florets. This preparation method makes broccoli easier to incorporate into various dishes.
Is Riced Broccoli vegan?
Riced Broccoli is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Riced Broccoli a major allergen?
Not a major allergen.
What is Riced Broccoli used for?
Manufacturers use riced broccoli as a lower-carbohydrate substitute for rice or other grains in dishes like stir-fries, casseroles, and side dishes.
Is Riced Broccoli safe?
Riced broccoli is a vegetable and a source of fiber, vitamins, and minerals.
Why it's used
Manufacturers use riced broccoli as a lower-carbohydrate substitute for rice or other grains in dishes like stir-fries, casseroles, and side dishes. It is also added to frozen meals, soups, and pasta dishes to increase vegetable content and add texture.
Health notes
Riced broccoli is a vegetable and a source of fiber, vitamins, and minerals. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) considers broccoli to be Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS). No specific regulatory limits or evaluations by international bodies like JECFA or EFSA are typically applied to whole vegetables like broccoli when used as food.
Allergen info
Not a major allergen.
Foods that contain Riced Broccoli
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