Which is healthier for you, broccoli stems or broccoli florets? The truth is that all parts of the broccoli plant are quite good for you, which include everything from the ground up, including the leaves. In fact, the broccoli leaves are very good for you so don’t be afraid to eat them up too.

As for the broccoli stems vs. broccoli florets, they are roughly the same, although there is evidence that the florets hold some additional nutrients. Even so, eat them all up – stems and all!

Cooking broccoli is very east, but the easiest and healthiest way is to simply steam the broccoli for 4-5 minutes until it is cooked but not mushy. Now that you know it is all good good for you, enjoy your broccoli any way you wish.