CULINARY CREATIONS

‘You don’t need to be Nigella to transform purple sprouting broccoli into something special

– it’s a maximum taste with minimum effort kind of veggie,’ says Cullen. ‘The florets contain the highest concentration of nutrients, but the stems and leaves are full of goodness, too, so don’t leave them out when cooking.’

For a simple, tasty dish…

● Slice off the end of the stalk, then give the broccoli a quick stir-fry or a short blast in a steamer.

● Add a drizzle of olive oil for improved carotenoid absorption, a little black pepper for added brain health, and a squeeze of lemon or lime for a burst of vitamin C and flavonoids. Fast, simple, nutritious!