cauliflower / coliflor

Posted at 12:19 pm by Mary Ann Lesh

Feb 7th

Cauliflower is one of several vegetables in the species Brassica oleracea. It is an annual plant that reproduces by seed. Typically, only the head is eaten. The edible white flesh is sometimes called “curd,” presumably because it resembles cheese curd. Brassica oleracea also includes broccoli, brussels sprouts, cabbage, collard greens, and kale, collectively called “cole” crops. Among the claims for cauliflower are that it reduces cancer risk; fights inflammation; decreases risk for heart disease and brain disorders; provides high levels of vitamins C, K, and other vitamins and minerals; improves digestion and detoxification; aids in weight loss; helps balance hormones; and preserves eye health. Cauliflower can be washed and eaten raw with your favorite dip. The very best method for cooking cauliflower seems to be to gently sauté it on the stove top, with a bit of water, broth, lemon juice or a healthy source of fat, which can make its nutrients more absorbable. Recipe for Cauliflower and Garlic Sautee.

Nutrition: 1 cup (100 g) raw cauliflower
calories 25 carbohydrates 5.3 g fat 0.1 g fiber 2.5 g folate 14% DV magnesium 4% DV manganese 8% DV pantothenic acid 7% DV phosphorous 4% DV potassium 9% DV protein 2 g riboflavin 4% DV thiamine 4% DV vitamin B6 11% DV vitamin C 77% DV vitamin K 20% DV

Sources: Wikipedia / Dr. Axe

Author: Mary Ann Lesh

I have been a teacher, university administrator, and translator in Mexico, Texas, and Massachusetts. I have traveled in Central and South America, Europe, Asia, the United States and Mexico. I grew up in Wichita Falls, Texas, attended Midwestern University, then received a bachelor’s degree in English, education, and journalism from Baylor University. I have a master of education degree and doctoral studies in Spanish literature from Texas Tech, with additional studies in translation, French, Portuguese, website design, and art at the Universidad Autónoma de Guadalajara, Boston University, and the University of Texas at Dallas. I am the mother of three and grandmother of seven. I have lived in Cancun, Mexico, since 2017.

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