Packed broccoli florets often contain preservatives like ascorbic acid (vitamin C) and citric acid to help maintain freshness and prevent browning. Additionally, some products may use sodium benzoate or calcium propionate to inhibit microbial growth. These preservatives help extend shelf life while keeping the broccoli visually appealing and safe for consumption. Always check the packaging for specific ingredients, as formulations can vary by brand.
One hundred grams of broccoli florets is approximately equal to 1 to 1.5 cups, depending on how tightly they are packed. Generally, 1 cup of chopped broccoli weighs about 91 grams, so this can vary slightly based on the size and cut of the florets.
Approximately 1 pound of broccoli florets is equivalent to about 3 cups when chopped. This can vary slightly depending on how tightly the florets are packed, but generally, you can expect that 1 pound will yield around 3 cups.
5 broccoli florets is equal to 1/2 a cup. So that means that 20 broccoli florets is equal to 2 cups.
florets
Florets are small flowers on the stems of certain vegetables. Broccoli and cauliflower for example, have florets at the top of their stems.
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Broccoli
The entire plant is broccoli. The part you like to eat is 'florets'
You could say that the florets are healthier than the stems. Broccoli is high in minerals and vitamins such as beta carotene, calcium, iron, thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, and vitamin C. But there is more beta carotene in the florets than there is in the rest of the plant. And the darker the green color of the florets, the higher the beta carotene and vitamin C content. Although raw broccoli is healthy, cooking releases more of the nutrients.
BROCCOLI : a green vegetable with edible leaves and "flower" heads (florets).
If you look closely at a head of broccoli you will find smaller stems that resemble the full sized broccoli head. http://www.istockphoto.com/file_thumbview_approve/4265787/2/istockphoto_4265787-two-broccoli-florets.jpg
Chinese broccoli is a more leafy vegetable with less (or none) of the florets that we generally consider characteristic of "regular" broccoli.