Is Broccoli High in Protein?

Somewhat. A medium stalk of broccoli carries about 4g of protein, more than most vegetables, but still far short of what a real protein source delivers.

The actual numbers

At about 4g per medium stalk (148g), broccoli sits in the upper tier of common vegetables, behind only edamame and green peas. For the full ranked list, see High-Protein Vegetables.

Where it shows up in real cooking

Broccoli adds volume, fiber, and a real vegetable presence to a plate, the protein in a dish built around it still comes from the meat, seafood, or dairy alongside it. It’s a common side across this site’s dinner recipes, not a protein source on its own.

FAQ

Is broccoli higher in protein than most vegetables?

Yes, relative to other vegetables. At about 4g per medium stalk, broccoli beats most common vegetables, edamame and green peas are the only ones that clearly beat it. It’s still nowhere close to meat, eggs, or dairy in absolute terms.

Does roasting or steaming change how much protein broccoli has?

No. Cooking method doesn’t add or remove protein, it changes texture and how much volume fits on a plate. A roasted floret and a steamed floret of the same weight carry the same protein number.

For the vegetables that actually carry meaningful protein, see High-Protein Vegetables, or browse High-Protein Dinner Ideas for meals built around a real protein source.