broccoli substitute
in salad.

Salads use Broccoli for crunch, color, or flavor contrast against other greens and dressing. Match the raw texture for the best swap.

top substitutes

01

Broccoli Raab

10.0best for salad
1:1

Thinner stalks with sharper bitter-mustard bite; blanch first to mellow flavor, then saute with garlic

02

Bell Pepper

10.0best for salad
1 cup : 1 cup

Good in stir-fries, different texture

03

Asparagus

10.0best for salad
1 cup : 1 cup

Cut stalks into spears for similar shape

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04

Brussels Sprouts

10.0
1 cup : 1 cup

Cut small, roast until caramelized

05

Fiddlehead Ferns

10.0
1 cup : 1 cup

Use small florets, similar earthiness

06

Kohlrabi

10.0
1 cup : 1 cup

Use peeled stems, similar mild flavor

07

Cauliflower

7.5
1 cup : 1 cup

Closest substitute, milder flavor

08

Kale

7.5
1 cup : 1 cup

Similar nutrients, works sauteed or steamed

09

Spinach

7.5
1 1/2 cup : 1 cup

Wilts down significantly, add more volume

10

Okra

6.7
1 cup : 1 cup

Florets work in stir-fry and curry dishes

11

Zucchini

2.5
1 cup : 1 cup

Works in stir-fries and roasted dishes

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