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From roasted and steamed florets to low-carb pizza crusts and rice, cauliflower is a multi-tasker in the kitchen. Check out the facts below to learn more about this nutritious and delicious spring veggie.
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- Cauliflower is naturally low in calories but high in fiber, making it both filling and nutritious.
- Cauliflower is rich in vitamins C and K.
- The edible part of cauliflower is a dense cluster of underdeveloped flower buds.
- Cauliflower comes in white, purple, green and orange varieties.
- Cauliflower is a member of the brassica family, which also includes broccoli, kale and Brussels sprouts.
- Cauliflower is often called a “kitchen chameleon” because it can replace starchy ingredients such as rice and potatoes.
- Purple cauliflower gets its color from natural antioxidants called anthocyanins, the same pigments found in blueberries.
- Cauliflower has been grown for more than 2,000 years, with origins tracing to the Mediterranean region.
- The world record for the heaviest cauliflower is more than 60 pounds.
- A cup of raw cauliflower florets contains only 25 calories.
- Cauliflower contains beneficial phytochemicals linked to cancer prevention.
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Sources: Healthline, The Global Plant Council, Guinness World Records, National Cancer Institute, Purdue University Extension
