Broccoli Bread (Savoury, Nourishing & Gluten-Optional Friendly)

Ingredients

• 1 cup organic flour (or GF if preferred)

• 1 tsp baking powder

• 1 head broccoli, finely grated

• ⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese

• 3 eggs, beaten

• Tablespoon of olive oil

• 1 clove garlic, minced

• Salt & pepper, to taste

• Pumpkin seeds (for topping)

Method

1. Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).

2. Line a loaf tin with baking paper.

3. In a large bowl, combine flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper.

4. Add grated broccoli, Parmesan, garlic, and beaten eggs. Mix until well combined.

5. Pour mixture into the loaf tin and sprinkle pumpkin seeds on top.

6. Bake for ~30 minutes, or until a knife inserted comes out clean.

7. Allow to cool slightly before slicing.

Best served warm with butter, alongside soup, or enjoyed on its own.

Estimated Nutrition (Whole Loaf)

• Calories: approx. 1,050 kcal

• Protein: ~50–55 g

• Carbohydrates: ~85–95 g

• Fat: ~50–58 g

• Fibre: ~10–14 g

Per Slice (approx. 10 slices)

• Calories:  105 kcal

• Protein: ~5 g

• Carbs: ~8–10 g

• Fat: ~5 g

• Fibre: ~1–1.5 g

Key Nutritional Benefits

🥦 Fibre & Gut Health

• Broccoli + flour provide prebiotic fibre to support digestion and oestrogen metabolism

• Supports satiety and blood sugar balance

💪 Protein & Satiety

• Eggs + Parmesan provide high-quality protein

• Helps with muscle repair and hormone health

🌿 Key Minerals

• Calcium (Parmesan): bone health, nervous system

• Magnesium (pumpkin seeds, broccoli): stress + muscle function

• Iron (broccoli, seeds): energy production

• Zinc (pumpkin seeds): immune support + skin health

• Potassium (broccoli): heart health and fluid balance

Broccoli Bread

Enjoy this broccoli bread—your kids might like it too!