Broccoli rabe

vegetables

Broccoli rabe

9/ 10Excellent
Controversy: 5.3

Rated by 11 diets

10 approve0 caution1 avoid

How the diets react

Approves10
Disapproves1
Is Broccoli rabe Healthy?

Yes — Broccoli rabe is broadly considered healthy. 10 out of 11 diets approve it.

Nutrition Facts
Per 100g

Diet Ratings

KetoApproved

Cruciferous green with 2-3g net carbs per cup cooked. Excellent source of vitamins K and C. Fits easily within daily carb allowance with room for other foods.

VeganApproved

Broccoli rabe is a cruciferous vegetable. Whole plant food with no animal products. Nutritious vegan staple.

PaleoApproved

Broccoli rabe is an unprocessed cruciferous vegetable rich in vitamins, minerals, and phytonutrients. It was available to hunter-gatherers and is fully paleo-compliant.

MediterraneanApproved

Cruciferous vegetable rich in vitamins, minerals, and phytonutrients. Staple in Italian Mediterranean cuisine. Excellent source of plant-based nutrition aligned with core Mediterranean principles.

CarnivoreAvoid

Broccoli rabe is a cruciferous vegetable, plant-derived and explicitly excluded from carnivore diet. Contains plant compounds, fiber, and goitrogens incompatible with carnivore principles.

Whole30Approved

Broccoli rabe is a whole, unprocessed cruciferous vegetable that is explicitly compliant with Whole30. It is nutrient-dense and can be consumed freely.

Low-FODMAPApproved

Broccoli rabe (rapini) is a cruciferous green vegetable. Monash confirms broccoli and related brassicas are low-FODMAP at standard portions (approximately 1 cup cooked).

DASHApproved

Cruciferous green vegetable with minimal sodium (<50mg per cup), high fiber, calcium, potassium, and phytonutrients. Core DASH vegetable. Prepare without added salt for optimal sodium profile.

ZoneApproved

Cruciferous vegetable with ~3g net carbs per cup, high fiber, and sulforaphane (anti-inflammatory). Excellent Zone carb block. Polyphenol-rich. Preferred over regular broccoli due to nutrient density.

Cruciferous vegetable with exceptional anti-inflammatory compounds (sulforaphane, indoles). High in antioxidants, vitamins K and C, and fiber. Strongly emphasized in anti-inflammatory protocols.

GLP-1 FriendlyApproved

Broccoli rabe is nutrient-dense with good fiber (2-3g per cup cooked), high water content, and micronutrients (vitamin K, vitamin C, folate, calcium). Low calorie, supports digestion and prevents constipation. Slightly bitter flavor may require minimal preparation (light sauté with minimal oil). Excellent GLP-1 vegetable choice.

Controversy Index

Score range: 110/10. Higher controversy = more disagreement between diets.

Consensus5.3Divisive

Diet-Specific Tips for Broccoli rabe

Keto 8/10
  • 2-3g net carbs per cup cooked
  • High in vitamin K and C
  • Fiber-rich
  • Anti-inflammatory compounds
Vegan 9/10
  • Cruciferous vegetable
  • Whole plant food
  • Nutrient-dense
Paleo 10/10
  • Unprocessed vegetable
  • Cruciferous
  • Nutrient-dense
  • Low carbohydrate
  • No additives
Mediterranean 9/10
  • Cruciferous vegetable
  • High in vitamins K and C
  • Traditional Italian staple
  • Plant-based emphasis
Whole30 10/10
  • whole food
  • vegetable
  • cruciferous
  • unprocessed
Low-FODMAP 7/10
  • Cruciferous vegetable
  • Low fructan content at standard portions
  • Minimal fermentable carbohydrates
DASH 9/10
  • Sodium: <50mg per cup
  • Fiber: 2-3g per cup
  • Calcium, potassium, vitamin K
  • Glucosinolates and antioxidants
Zone 9/10
  • Low net carbs
  • Sulforaphane content
  • High fiber
  • Anti-inflammatory
  • Polyphenol-rich
  • sulforaphane
  • cruciferous compounds
  • high antioxidants
  • vitamin K and C
  • fiber
  • high fiber
  • high water content
  • micronutrient-rich
  • low calorie
  • supports digestion
  • prevents constipation