Vegetables

Broccoli, raw

FDC 170379NLEA serving (148 g)

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Original analysis by NutriVerdict

Density 96 · +3 vs Vegetables median

On our Nutrient Density Score, which measures beneficial nutrients per calorie relative to the foods we cover, Broccoli, raw ranks among the most nutrient-dense foods we cover, scoring 96 of 100. Within vegetables it ranks 22 of 60. Per 100 grams it is an excellent source of vitamin c (99% DV). Most of its 34 calories per 100 grams come from carbohydrate.

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Fig. 1 · Macronutrient composition
Protein 2.8 g · 27%Carb 6.6 g · 65%Fat 0.4 g · 8%

Percent of calories derived by NutriVerdict from USDA grams

Nutrition facts

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories34 kcal2%
Total fat0.37 g0%
Saturated fat0.11 g1%
Cholesterol0 mg0%
Sodium33 mg1%
Carbohydrate6.6 g2%
Dietary fiber2.6 g9%
Sugars1.7 g
Protein2.8 g6%
Potassium316 mg7%
Calcium47 mg4%
Iron0.73 mg4%
Magnesium21 mg5%
Vitamin C89 mg99%
Vitamin A31 µg3%
Vitamin E0.78 mg5%

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FDC 170379

Original analysis by NutriVerdict

What it is rich in

Nutrients supplying at least 10% of the Daily Value per 100 grams. 20% or more is an excellent source.

Vitamin C99% DV

Original analysis by NutriVerdict

Versus the vegetables median

Nutrient density96 vs 93 median
Protein / 100 g2.8 vs 1.7 median
Fiber / 100 g2.6 vs 2.5 median
Sodium / 100 g33 vs 22 median

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More nutrient-dense swaps

Foods in the same category that score higher on nutrient density.

Kohlrabi, rawDensity 96 vs 96Grape leaves, rawDensity 97 vs 96Asparagus, rawDensity 97 vs 96

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