Ziti with broccoli and anchovies.

Once, I didn’t like broccoli, as I think many of you; as a child, I found them horrible 😁 Today my winter vegetable garden is full of this delicious vegetable…Yet I keep making the same recipes, why do children never eat vegetables, especially green ones?… Even at work, my kids who attend the canteen carefully avoid leafy greens…Alas, I don’t know about cabbages, as we don’t have this vegetable on the menu!

Children often refuse to eat broccoli because they have a bitter and strong taste that might not be appealing to everyone. Moreover, they might be influenced by factors like the unfamiliar appearance of the food or past negative experiences with that particular food. However, broccoli is an important source of nutrients like vitamins, minerals, and fiber, so it is important to encourage children to eat them to ensure a balanced and nutritious diet. There are creative ways to prepare broccoli to make them more acceptable to children, such as steaming them, sautéing them with a little olive oil and garlic, or blending them into a creamy soup. Additionally, involving children in food preparation can help them develop a more positive relationship with foods they might initially dislike.