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Boiled broccoli water Calories
Water from boiled broccoli contains trace vitamins and minerals, mainly water-soluble nutrients.
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 cup (medium) of Boiled broccoli water (240 g) has 5 calories. That works out to 2 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.7 g of carbs, 0.2 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0.2 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 5 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Boiled broccoli water Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
5
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
0.7g
· 0% DV
Protein
0.2g
· 0% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.2g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 78% · Protein 22% · Fat 0%
Boiled broccoli water nutrition facts table · 1 cup (medium) (240 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 5 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 4.8 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.7 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% |
| Protein | 0.2 g | 0% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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How Many Calories in 1 Cup of Boiled broccoli water?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 240 g | 5 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 cup (small) | 120 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 200 g | 4 kcal |
| 1 bottle (small) | 250 g | 5 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 350 g | 7 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 400 g | 8 kcal |
| 1 bottle (medium) | 500 g | 10 kcal |
| 1 pack (jumbo) | 1000 g | 20 kcal |
Calculated from 2 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Boiled broccoli water
Can you drink boiled broccoli water?
Yes, boiled broccoli water is safe to drink when it has been handled and stored safely. Some water-soluble nutrients leach from the broccoli into the cooking water, but it is mostly water and is not a substitute for eating the vegetable.
What can you use boiled broccoli water for?
Use boiled broccoli water as part of the liquid in soup, rice, or a vegetable sauce. It may carry some water-soluble nutrients and broccoli flavor, so using it in a dish is a practical way to avoid pouring it away.
Does boiled broccoli water help you lose weight?
No, boiled broccoli water does not cause weight loss on its own. It is a low-energy drink, but there is no good evidence that it burns fat or speeds up metabolism; weight change comes from broader eating and activity patterns.
Does boiled broccoli water contain nutrients?
Yes, boiled broccoli water can contain small amounts of water-soluble nutrients that pass out of broccoli during cooking. How much ends up in the water varies with the cooking method, and the liquid should not be treated as nutritionally equivalent to the broccoli.
Can you use boiled broccoli water to water plants?
Yes, cooled, unsalted boiled broccoli water can be used on garden plants in moderation. Let it cool completely and avoid using water that contains salt, oil, or seasonings, which can harm soil or plants.
Why does boiled broccoli water smell so strong?
Boiled broccoli water can smell strongly sulfurous because cooking releases compounds naturally present in cruciferous vegetables. A strong vegetable smell alone does not mean the water has spoiled; discard it if it develops an unusual sour or rotten odor.
Can you freeze boiled broccoli water?
Yes, boiled broccoli water can be frozen once it has cooled. Freeze it in a sealed container, leaving room for expansion, and thaw only what you plan to use; add it to a cooked dish if its flavor is too strong to drink.
How long does boiled broccoli water last in the fridge?
Keep boiled broccoli water in a covered container in the refrigerator and use it within 3–4 days. Refrigerate it promptly after cooking, and discard it if it has an off smell, unexpected cloudiness, or other signs of spoilage.
Should you salt boiled broccoli water before drinking it?
No, you do not need to salt boiled broccoli water before drinking it. If the broccoli was cooked in salted water, taste the liquid before adding any more; unsalted cooking water is also easier to reuse in soups and sauces.
Does boiled broccoli water have the same benefits as broccoli juice?
No, boiled broccoli water is not the same as broccoli juice. Juice is made by extracting liquid from the raw vegetable, while cooking water contains mostly water and only some compounds that leach out during boiling.
Boiled broccoli water Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin C
2.4mg · 3% DV
B1
0.02mg · 2% DV
B2
0.02mg · 2% DV
B6
0.02mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Manganese
0.02mg · 1% DV
Calcium
7.2mg · 1% DV
Magnesium
2.4mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
12mg · 0% DV
Sodium
4.8mg · 0% DV
Boiled broccoli water Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Boiled broccoli water
To burn the 5 calories in 1 cup (medium) (240 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Boiled broccoli water?
Boiled broccoli water is the cooking liquid left after broccoli has been boiled. It may carry a little of the vegetable’s flavour and some water-soluble nutrients, but it is mostly water and is much less substantial than the broccoli itself.
It is not usually served as a drink on its own. In home cooking, you can stir it into vegetable soup, use it to loosen a sauce, or cook grains in it for a faint broccoli note and to avoid wasting the liquid. Its nutritional contribution is modest, so think of it as a useful cooking ingredient rather than a nutrient-rich broth. If you want a milder flavour, dilute it with plain water or combine it with another stock.
How Nutritious Is Boiled broccoli water?
Nutrient density
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
Is Boiled broccoli water Processed?
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Does Boiled broccoli water Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Boiled broccoli water Good For?
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Boiled broccoli water Fat Profile
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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