Common questions

Is Broccoli Spears healthy?

Broccoli Spears scores 75/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This product consists solely of broccoli, a nutrient-dense vegetable rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.

How processed is Broccoli Spears?

Broccoli Spears is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Broccoli Spears' score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Broccoli counts in its favor. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Broccoli Spears

Name: Broccoli Spears
Brand: Signature Select

Signature Select

Good

Analysis updated July 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 1

Harmful ingredients 0

Owned by Albertsons

Category Vegetables

Summary

This product consists solely of broccoli, a nutrient-dense vegetable rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. Despite being classified as processed, the minimal processing involved ensures that most of its natural nutrients and health benefits are retained. The clean ingredient list and low level of processing contribute to a high score, although the processing classification imposes a cap on the maximum score achievable.

Key ingredients 1

Broccoli

Good

Broccoli is a nutrient-dense vegetable rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. It is minimally processed, retaining most of its natural nutrients and health benefits. The processing level is low, ensuring that the beneficial compounds are largely preserved.

Benefits

Broccoli is high in fiber, vitamin C, and other antioxidants that support immune function and reduce inflammation. It also contains compounds that may have cancer-preventive properties.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

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