Cruciferous vegetables are a family unit of good for you veggies that includes broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower, and kale. Here are recipes for how to swallow more of them!

Cruciferous vegetables

Looking to eat more cruciferous vegetables? These healthy veggies are office of a plant family that includes heavy hitters similar 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! Hither's a scrap of info on cruciferous vegetables and all the recipes you need to make them role of your nutrition.

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Cruciferous vegetables
This Cruciferous Coleslaw is a tasty way to swallow your veggies!

Cruciferous vegetables list

What are cruciferous vegetables? The name of this constitute family is actually Brassicaceae, so you may besides 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'southward a list of cruciferous vegetables (click here or gyre downwards for recipes!):

  • Arugula
  • Bok choy
  • Broccoli
  • Brussels sprouts
  • Cabbage
  • Cauliflower
  • Collard greens
  • Daikon
  • Horseradish
  • Kale
  • Kohlrabi
  • Mustard seeds and greens
  • Radish
  • Rutabaga
  • Turnip
  • Watercress

Cruciferous vegetables nutrition

Before we get to all the recipes: why consume 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 information technology keeps yous fuller longer)
  • High in vitamins C, E, A and G
  • Depression in calories
  • Contain phytonutrients and glucosinolates, which may take anti-cancer effects (only are still unproven — Source)

And now…the best recipes for eating cruciferous vegetables!

How to cook information technology: Horseradish is extremely spicy, and is used in modest quantities to flavor sauces and dressings. It often comes in a jar, just y'all can purchase a fresh horseradish root and shave it. Use it more as a flavoring than eating a large quantity of cruciferous vegetables!

All-time ways to eat horseradish
Shrimp Cocktail
Bloody Mary
Kale Caesar Salad

More resources for eating veggies

Nosotros love to help you swallow more veggies! Here are some resources you might enjoy:

  • Plant Based Diet for Beginners Desire to swallow more plant based diet meals? Here's everything you need to know, including plant based protein ideas and recipes for every meal of the day!
  • Whole Food Establish Based Diet Guide A whole food constitute based (WFPB) nutrition includes lots of vegetables and not-processed foods. Here are all the recipes you demand!
  • 28 24-hour interval Meal Plans: These repast plans prove y'all how to swallow more than vegetables on a regular ground. Cull from: Plant Based Diet Meal Plan, Vegan Meal Programme, & Vegetarian Meal Program.

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This easy coleslaw is a great way to eat cruciferous vegetables like cabbage and Brussels sprouts! It'south totally irresistible.

  • ane/2 caput light-green cabbage, enough for 4 cups shredded*
  • 1/2 head red cabbage, enough for 4 cups shredded
  • 8 Brussels sprouts (optional)
  • ane carrot, plenty for 1 cup shredded
  • ½ cup mayonnaise (or vegan mayo)
  • 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • two tablespoons maple syrup
  • ½ teaspoon dried dill
  • ½ teaspoon chili powder
  • i teaspoon kosher salt
  • Fresh ground pepper
  1. Shred the cabbage. If using, shred the Brussels sprouts.
  2. Shred the carrot, using a grater or a handheld julienne shredder.
  3. Brand the coleslaw dressing: In a medium bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, apple tree cider vinegar, maple syrup, dill, chili powder, and salt. Keep whisking later the mayo gets lumpy, until the mixture comes to a creamy consistency.
  4. Mix the cabbage, carrots and coleslaw dressing together and serve immediately, or air-condition until serving. (The coleslaw is best fresh, but can be stored refrigerated for upward to 1 solar day.)
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Raw
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: Cruciferous vegetables, Coleslaw

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Sonja & Alex

Meet Sonja and Alex Overhiser: Husband and wife. Expert home cooks. Authors of recipes you'll desire to make again and again.