New Discovery: Flower Sprouts

Reported as the first new vegetable in just under 10 years! The flower sprout, is a cross between Brussels sprouts and curly kale. Both kale and sprouts are classed as superfoods because they are good sources of dietary fibre, B vitamins and iron, as well as being high in folate, which is good for pregnant women. The flower sprout tastes similar to sprouts and is said to be best eaten steamed or stir fried.

This particularly interesting discovery is sold at Marks & Spencers, in the UK. Worth a look, perhaps just a novelty but remember in 2002 tenderstem broccoli hit the shelves in the UK and now in 2011 it can be found in almost every retailer.