{"id":18750,"date":"2013-07-01T13:39:57","date_gmt":"2013-07-01T13:39:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/alwaysfoodie.com\/?p=18750"},"modified":"2013-07-01T13:39:57","modified_gmt":"2013-07-01T13:39:57","slug":"how-to-make-broccoli-and-almond-soup","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/drprem.com\/culinaryguide\/how-to-make-broccoli-and-almond-soup\/","title":{"rendered":"How to prepare Broccoli and Almond Soup"},"content":{"rendered":"

This green crispy vegetable enjoys\u00a0the special status of being one of the most nutritious vegetables in the world of healthy\u00a0vegetables.<\/p>\n

Botanically, Broccoli belongs to the cabbage family which is collectively known as cruciferous vegetables. It’s also closely related to cauliflower. Its cultivation originated in Italy. It’s Italian name\u00a0Broccolo, means, \u201ccabbage sprout.\u201d<\/p>\n

President George Herbert Walker Bush’s war on broccoli is still talked about. On March 22, 1990, he told members of the press (to quote the New York Times) “I don’t like broccoli. And I haven’t liked it since I was a little kid and my mother made me eat it. And I’m President of the United States, and I’m not going to eat any more broccoli!” The president never ever wanted to see another sprig of broccoli on his plate, whether he was on Air Force One or at the White House or anywhere else in the land.<\/p>\n

If we look at the health benefits of this wonderful vegetable, we will realize that his mother was not wrong! You love it or hate it, but can’t beat its nutritious benefits. Some of them are listed below.<\/p>\n

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Health related benefits of eating Broccoli:<\/b><\/p>\n

Broccoli\u2019s miraculous\u00a0nutrients list\u00a0includes vitamin C, vitamin A, Calcium, folic acid and fiber.<\/p>\n

Healthy Eyes:<\/b>\u00a0 It’s a good source of vitamin A that is needed to form retinal. This\u00a0light-absorbing molecule is essential for both low-light and color vision.<\/p>\n

Improved Immune Syste<\/b>m:\u00a0 This wonder veggie aids the immune system with a large dose of beta-carotene. Minerals, such as zinc and selenium help to strengthen immune defense actions.<\/p>\n

Fights Birth Defect<\/b>: Lack of folic acid during pregnancy may result in birth defects. This vegetable contains folic acid which is highly recommended during pregnancy.<\/p>\n

Prevent Colds:<\/b> One cup of broccoli contains large dose of vitamin C. This antioxidant is\u00a0necessary\u00a0to fight against free radicals. Moreover, vitamin C is an effective antihistamine for easing the discomfort of the common cold.<\/p>\n

Strong Bones:<\/b> It also\u00a0contains high levels of both calcium and vitamin K, resulting in healthy bones, which helps to prevent osteoporosis.<\/p>\n

Healthy Heart:<\/b>\u00a0\u00a0 If you steam it, Broccoli can provide you with some special cholesterol-lowering element which can prevent or slow down the thickening of arteries in the human body, thus fighting against heart disease and stroke. The B6 and foliate reduce the risk of atherosclerosis, heart attack, and stroke.<\/p>\n

Reduce Cancer Risk:<\/b> Scientists in England are in the process of creating a type of super-broccoli that has an enhanced ability to reduce the risk of cancer.<\/p>\n

Healthy nervous system:<\/b>\u00a0 The high potassium content helps in maintaining a healthier nervous system. It also in helps the human brain to function optimally.<\/p>\n

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It can be used in various ways to make tasty, healthy food. I am giving you an easy recipe to make broccoli and almond soup which can be prepared in a jiffy.<\/p>\n

Method of Preparation<\/b><\/p>\n

Serves 6<\/b><\/p>\n

Preparation time:<\/b> 15 minutes.<\/p>\n

Cooking time: <\/b>15 minutes.<\/p>\n

Ingredients:<\/b><\/p>\n