How many carbs are in a Broccoli, Cooked?
A 1 cup cooked (156g) serving of Broccoli, Cooked contains 11.2g of total carbs (6.1g net carbs), 2.2g sugar, 55 calories, 3.7g protein, 0.6g fat and 5.1g fiber.
- Calories
- 55 cal
- Carbohydrates
- 11.2 g
- of which Sugars
- 2.2 g
- Fiber
- 5.1 g
- Net carbs
- 6.1 g
- Protein
- 3.7 g
- Fat
- 0.6 g
Broccoli, Cooked nutrition at a glance
Per 1 cup cooked (156g), Broccoli, Cooked delivers about 3% of a 2,000-calorie daily reference, 4% of the 275g daily carbohydrate reference and 18% of the 28g daily fiber reference. Sugar sits at 4% of the 50g added-sugar reference and protein contributes 7% of the 50g protein reference.
- Calories
- 35
- Carbs
- 7.2 g
- Sugar
- 1.4 g
- Protein
- 2.4 g
- Fat
- 0.4 g
- Fiber
- 3.3 g
Blood-sugar impact of Broccoli, Cooked
The fiber content slows glucose absorption, so the real glycemic impact is lower than the raw carb count suggests. A good option for steady energy.
With 11.2g total carbs and 5.1g fiber, the net-carb figure for a 1 cup cooked (156g) serving works out to roughly 6.1g — this is the number most keto and low-carb tracking apps use. If you're managing type 2 diabetes, pre-diabetes or reactive hypoglycemia, use total carbs for insulin dosing calculations and treat net carbs as a rough guide for meal planning.
Ways to eat Broccoli, Cooked
- Great fit for low-carb, keto or diabetic-friendly meals — build around broccoli, cooked without worrying about a big glucose spike.
- Use broccoli, cooked as a satisfying snack between meals when you want to stay in a low-carb window.
- Combine broccoli, cooked with leafy greens and olive oil for a clean, blood-sugar-friendly plate.
Frequently asked questions
Is Broccoli, Cooked keto-friendly?
In moderation. At 6.1g net carbs per 1 cup cooked (156g), Broccoli, Cooked can fit a keto plan but you'll want to watch total-day carbs.
How many carbs in Broccoli, Cooked per 100 grams?
About 7.2g of carbs, 1.4g sugar and 35 calories per 100g of Broccoli, Cooked.
How does Broccoli, Cooked affect blood sugar?
The fiber content slows glucose absorption, so the real glycemic impact is lower than the raw carb count suggests. A good option for steady energy.
Is Broccoli, Cooked good for weight loss?
A serving delivers 55 calories with 3.7g protein and 5.1g fiber. Foods that are relatively high in protein and fiber per calorie tend to be more filling — with a 16% combined protein-plus-fiber-to-calorie ratio, Broccoli, Cooked is a solid pick for a satiating, weight-loss-friendly meal.
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Nutrition values are consensus averages compiled from the USDA FoodData Central database for a typical 1 cup cooked (156g) serving of Broccoli, Cooked. Actual values vary with brand, variety, ripeness and preparation — always check the label on packaged products. Daily-value percentages reference the U.S. FDA 2,000-calorie adult reference (275g carbs, 50g added sugar, 50g protein, 78g fat, 28g fiber).
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