Vegetables

Can I put broccoli and cauliflower in the disposer?

A food waste disposer, also known as a garbage disposal, grinds scraps right in the sink: here is what happens with broccoli and cauliflower.

Broccoli and cauliflower

Yes, with all models.

Small pieces

  • 460 SR: suitable
  • 550 EC: suitable
  • 550 SR: suitable
  • 700 EC: suitable
  • 700 SR: suitable
  • 750 EC: suitable
  • 750 SR: suitable
  • 1000 EC: suitable
  • 1000 SR: suitable
  • LC 50: suitable

suitablecrossed out: not suitable

Cold water, a little at a time, mixed loads.Food scraps only. Never fats or oils, never anything that isn't food.

How it behaves in the disposer

Broccoli and cauliflower: how well it grinds depends on the texture, and this one asks the disposer for extra work. One grinding stage is enough, and nothing is left behind in the trap. Florets and soft trimmings are fine with every model. The stalks are a different matter and have their own page. With that one precaution it becomes an ordinary scrap. If you produce a lot of it, it is worth checking your water utility’s rules.

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