Boiling: Boiling broccoli leaches significant water-soluble vitamins and compounds (such as glucosinolates) into the cooking water. Most research suggests that boiling broccoli leads to the greatest loss of its nutrients, so this cooking method is best to skip.
Overcooking (any method): Studies show that cooking broccoli in excessive amounts of water for a long time leads to the greatest nutrient loss. Overcooking leads to heat degradation, reducing vitamin C and phytochemical levels. Overcooking can also make broccoli mushy in texture and lead to a loss of its vibrant color.
How to Get More Benefits No Matter How You Cook It
There are a number of ways to get the most benefits out of broccoli, both in terms of nutrition and taste:
– Cut broccoli florets evenly for more consistent cooking.
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