Broccoli, Boiled
Pregnancy nutrients in 100 g
100 g gives about 76% of daily vitamin C, 18% of daily folate and 11% of daily vitamin B-6 needed in pregnancy.
- Vitamin C 64.9 mg
- Folate (DFE) 108 mcg
- Vitamin B-6 0.2 mg
- Potassium 293 mg
- Choline 40.1 mg
- Riboflavin 0.12 mg
- Zinc 0.45 mg
- Calcium 40 mg
- Protein 2.38 g
- Iron 0.67 mg
- DHA 0 g
- Vitamin B-12 0 mcg
- Vitamin D 0 IU
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| Nutrient | In 100 g | Daily reference |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 40 mg | 1000 mg |
| Choline | 40.1 mg | 450 mg |
| DHA | 0 g | 0.3 g |
| Folate (DFE) | 108 mcg | 600 mcg |
| Iron | 0.67 mg | 27 mg |
| Potassium | 293 mg | 2900 mg |
| Protein | 2.38 g | 70 g |
| Riboflavin | 0.12 mg | 1.4 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0 mcg | 2.6 mcg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.2 mg | 1.9 mg |
| Vitamin C | 64.9 mg | 85 mg |
| Vitamin D | 0 IU | 600 IU |
| Zinc | 0.45 mg | 11 mg |
Pregnancy guidance
RecommendedBoiled broccoli is strongly recommended during pregnancy. It delivers folate, vitamin C, calcium, and dietary fiber that support fetal neural development and maternal digestive ease. Steam or boil broccoli florets for three to four minutes until tender yet bright green to retain maximum water-soluble vitamins. Pair boiled broccoli with cheese sauce made from pasteurized milk or drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice.
How to read this
During pregnancy you need more of certain nutrients each day, like folate, iron and choline. Each bar shows how much of that daily amount 100 g of Broccoli, Boiled provides. 100% means 100 g alone covers the whole day; smaller numbers show its share. A ✓ marks 100% or more.