Cauliflower

Cauliflower is a cruciferous vegetable that looks like a white version of its cousin, broccoli. Like broccoli, the tightly bunched florets of cauliflower are connected by a thick core, often with a few light leaves surrounding it.Resembling a classic tree, the florets are attached to a central edible white trunk which is firm and tender.Cauliflower is an extremely healthy vegetable that’s a significant source of nutrients.It also contains unique plant compounds that may reduce the risk of several diseases, including heart disease and cancer.Additionally, it’s weight loss friendly and incredibly easy to add to your diet.

Benefits:

High in Fiber

Good Source of Antioxidants

Aid in Weight Loss

High in Choline

Rich in Sulforaphane  

Low-Carb Alternative to Grains and Legumes

Easy to Add to Your Diet

Nutrients per Serving:

• Calories: 25
• Fiber: 3 grams
• Vitamin C: 77% of the RDI
• Vitamin K: 20% of the RDI
• Vitamin B6: 11% of the RDI
• Folate: 14% of the RDI
• Pantothenic acid: 7% of the RDI
• Potassium: 9% of the RDI
• Manganese: 8% of the RDI
• Magnesium: 4% of the RDI
• Phosphorus: 4% of the RDI

As for vitamins and nutrients, one serving of cauliflower has:

• 100% of the daily the recommended amount of vitamin C.
• About a quarter of your daily vitamin K.
• 2% of your daily calcium and iron.
• 6% of your daily potassium.
• More than 3 % of your daily magnesium.