Broccoli, purple sprouting, boiled in unsalted water

Purple sprouting broccoli is a vegetable, described here as boiled in unsalted water. It provides vitamin C, folate and calcium, along with small amounts of protein and carbohydrate. Per 100g, the supplied data list 44mg of vitamin C, 140µg of folate, 110mg of calcium and 0.02g of salt.

Vitamin C supports normal immune function and helps the body absorb iron from plant foods. Folate is needed for normal cell division, while calcium helps maintain bones and teeth. The listed salt content is low, although the source description states that the figures are based on broccoli boiled in salted water. This is worth noting when comparing preparation methods. Full nutrient figures are in the tables below.