Looking to eat more cruciferous vegetables? These healthy veggies are part of a plant family that includes heavy hitters like broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower, Brussels sprouts and kale. They’ve gained popularity recently because of their potential cancer-fighting properties. Chock full of nutrients, the best part is: they’re totally delicious! Here’s a bit of info on cruciferous vegetables and all the recipes you need to make them part of your diet. Looking for more about veggies? Here are the 20 Best Vegetables to Eat Today.
Cruciferous vegetables list
What are cruciferous vegetables? The name of this plant family is really Brassicaceae, so you may also hear them referred to as brassicas. The nickname crucifer comes from the Latin word for “cross-bearing”, because the plants have flowers with four petals that look like a cross. What are the veggies in this family? Here’s a list of cruciferous vegetables (click here or scroll down for recipes!):
ArugulaBok choyBroccoliBrussels sproutsCabbageCauliflowerCollard greensDaikonHorseradishKaleKohlrabiMustard seeds and greensRadishRutabagaTurnipWatercress
Cruciferous vegetables nutrition
Before we get to all the recipes: why eat more cruciferous vegetables? Here are a few things about these tasty veggies that make them especially nutritious:
High in fiber (important for weight loss because it keeps you fuller longer)High in vitamins C, E, A and KLow in caloriesContain phytonutrients and glucosinolates, which may have anti-cancer effects (but are still unproven — Source)
And now…the best recipes for eating cruciferous vegetables!
More resources for eating veggies
We love to help you eat more veggies! Here are some resources you might enjoy: How to cut it: How to Cut Cabbage Best ways to eat cabbageCruciferous ColeslawHow to Make SauerkrautPeanut Noodles with Napa CabbageSauteed Red CabbageSavoy Cabbage Salad How to cut it: How to Cut Cauliflower Best ways to eat cauliflowerPerfect Roasted CauliflowerLemon Herb Steamed CauliflowerCauliflower Tacos with Yum Yum SauceBBQ Grilled CauliflowerCrispy Breaded CauliflowerGolden Cauliflower SoupBuffalo Cauliflower (or Buffalo Cauliflower Sandwich)Creamy Cavatappi with Cauliflower Sauce Best ways to eat broccoliRoasted Broccoli (Best Ever!)Ways to Cook Broccoli (Sauteed, Steamed, Instant Pot, Frozen, and Boiled)Perfect Roasted BroccoliniBroccoli Stir FryCheesy Broccoli Casserole (or Wild Rice Casserole)Yellow Rice Bowls with BroccoliBroccoli Cheese Stuffed Sweet Potatoes How to cut it: How to Cut Kale Best ways to eat kaleBest Ever Sauteed Kale Roasted KaleThe BEST Kale SaladTuscan Lentil Stew with KaleBaked Kale ChipsKale Caesar Salad How to cut it: How to Shred Brussels Sprouts Best ways to eat Brussels sproutsCrispy Brussels SproutsRoasted Brussels Sprouts (or Instant Pot)Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad with PomegranateFarro & Brussels Sprouts SoupShaved Brussels Sprouts with Tahini DressingBrussels Sprout & Sweet Potato Salad Best ways to eat arugulaEasy Arugula SaladLemon Arugula Rigatoni PastaBurrata Salad with Arugula and TomatoesLentil Salad with ArugulaHealthy Pizza with Arugula Best ways to eat radishesRadish Chopped SaladQuick Pickled RadishesRoasted RadishesRadish ToastsRadishes with Butter and SaltVeggie tray with Ranch Dip or Healthy Ranch Dressing Best ways to eat bok choyVegan Mushroom RamenEasy Vegetable Fried RiceEasy Vegetarian RamenGarlicky Bok Choy Best ways to eat kohlrabiKohlrabi Carrot Fritters with Avocado Cream SauceCreamy Beet Hummus or Classic Hummus with Kohlrabi SticksKale, Beet & Kohlrabi Salad Best ways to eat horseradishShrimp CocktailBloody MaryKale Caesar Salad
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