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Can cats eat broccoli?

A little

A small steamed floret or two — more causes gas.

How much

Up to per day 10g about 2 pieces · 1 small floret ≈ 5 g

4 kg adult cat, treats ≤10% of ~200 kcal/day

PreparationSteamed soft, chopped small.

Why

Not toxic — a fiber snack at most. Raw is hard, and larger amounts cause gas or diarrhea.

If your cat has a condition

  • Kidney disease A little High ratio, but this portion has only 7 mg phosphorus. Phosphorus 2,467 mg/1000kcal
  • Diabetes OK to give At this portion it is only 0.5 g of carbohydrate. Carbs 69% of calories
  • Heart disease (HCM) OK to give Low in salt. Sodium 167 mg/1000kcal
  • Urinary stones OK to give No specific stone concern known — water intake matters more.

Nutrition per 100 g

Nutrients per 100 g, with phosphorus also shown per 1000 kcal
Calories30 kcal
Protein3.9 g
Fat0.4 g
Carbohydrate5.2 g
Phosphorus74 mg 2,467 mg/1000kcal
Sodium5 mg
Potassium210 mg

Source: Korea MFDS Food Nutrient Database — 브로콜리_삶은것

SourcesReviewed 2026-10-24