Broccoli
veg · base score 1 · also listed as broccoli, dried broccoli, fresh broccoli
What is it?
Broccoli is a vegetable ingredient. Graded good: a real, recognisable ingredient that adds nutritional value, so it lifts a product’s score.
At a glance
- Category
- veg
- Grade
- good
- Base score
- 1 (from −1 to 1; higher is better)
- Found in
- 487 products
- Also listed as
- broccoli, dried broccoli, fresh broccoli
Common questions about broccoli
Is Broccoli good for dogs?
Yes, we grade it as a good ingredient: recognisable and nutritionally useful, so it lifts a product’s score. Bear in mind that no single ingredient decides quality; the whole recipe and its balance matter more.
How many UK dog foods contain broccoli?
487 UK products list broccoli as an ingredient in our database. The full list is shown below, sorted by rating.
What else is broccoli called on labels?
Manufacturers list it under several names: broccoli, dried broccoli, fresh broccoli. We match all of these to the same glossary entry when we read a label.
How does Open Dog Food grade broccoli?
We grade it good, our highest grade, reserved for recognisable ingredients that add real nutritional value. Every ingredient is converted to its dry-matter share and scored from our glossary before a recipe gets its 1-100 rating; the full method is on our methodology page.
Is broccoli good for dogs in dog food?
Broccoli is a whole vegetable ingredient commonly listed on UK dog food labels and contributes fibre, vitamins and minerals. It suits most dogs as part of a balanced recipe. Some dogs have digestive sensitivity to brassica vegetables, so introduce it gradually and speak to your vet if you have concerns.
Why is broccoli listed in my dog's dry food?
Manufacturers use broccoli to add a recognisable vegetable source and boost overall nutrient content, including vitamin C and fibre. It may appear on labels as 'broccoli', 'dried broccoli' or 'fresh broccoli'.
