Sweet Baby Broccoli

Broccoli is a member of the cabbage family and is very similar to cauliflower. Sweet Baby Broccoli is a vegetable created by crossing kale with select strains of heirloom broccoli. It is a lot sweeter than broccoli and less bitter than kale. Broccoli is rich in anti-oxidants.

Sweet Baby Broccoli may also be labeled as baby broccoli, broccolini, or asparation. It has a much longer and skinnier stem than broccoli and smaller individual florets.

Use it as you would broccoli, however, it’s sweeter and more tender than broccoli, so be careful not to overcook. For a quick and easy side dish, sauté in olive oil or butter. Here are a few recipes to help with your broccoli meals.  Best Superfoods for Weight Loss – Healthy Magazine

Garlic-Butter Broccoli – Real Simple

Mashed Potatoes and Broccoli – Real Simple

Sweet Baby Broccoli is a good source of:

• Vitamin A
• Vitamin C
• Calcium
• Dietary fiber and Folate

Available: Year-Round