Is Broccoli a Sprout?

Broccoli sprout is a young broccoli plant. Compared to mature broccoli, broccoli sprout contains more glucoraphanin, a compound that is converted to sulforaphane during digestion. Sulforaphane is a chemical that is thought to have health benefits. Whole broccoli sprouts or broccoli sprout extracts are used as medicine.

What is the difference between broccoli and broccoli sprouts?

Broccoli is healthy, but baby broccoli sprouts may be even healthier and have between 10 to 100 times more cancer-fighting compounds than the more mature florets. ... Raw broccoli sprouts contain high amounts of a powerful compound called glucosinolates.

Is broccoli a raw sprout?

Broccoli sprouts are typically enjoyed raw to add texture and crunch to dishes like sandwiches, salads, dressings, and wraps. You can also cook them and enjoy them in a warm meal like stir-fries or curries. Broccoli sprouts are germinated seeds of the broccoli plant.