Frozen chopped broccoli in cheese sauce

Frozen chopped broccoli in cheese sauce

55 kcal per 100 g

Category: Vegetables

Nutritional information (per 100 g)

Calories 55 kcal
Protein 3.7g
Carbohydrates 7g
Total fats 3.5g
Fiber 2.6g
Sodium 320mg

Vitamins and minerals

Calcium 43mg
Folate 63mcg
Iron 0.7mg
Potassium 293mg
Vitamin C 81mg

Description

Frozen broccoli cuts in cheese sauce is a practical and nutritious ingredient ideal for adding to various culinary recipes. It consists of broccoli florets that have been previously cut, blanched, and frozen to preserve their freshness, flavor, and nutritional value. Additionally, they come with a creamy cheese sauce that enhances their flavor and facilitates their use in quick preparations.

Broccoli is a vegetable native to the Mediterranean region, specifically southern Italy, and has been popular in Western cuisine for centuries. Thanks to its widespread cultivation, it is now easily accessible in many parts of Latin America and the world.

This ingredient is especially valued for its high content of vitamins C and K, dietary fiber, antioxidants, and minerals such as calcium and potassium. Broccoli helps strengthen the immune system, improves digestion, and contributes to bone health.

In different regions of Hispanic America, broccoli may also be known as bróculi, brocolí, or simply broccoli. Its frozen version with cheese sauce is ideal for dishes such as quick side dishes, gratins, pastas, or as an accompaniment to meats and rice.