The healthiest way to eat broccoli and cauliflower is by steaming them. Steaming preserves the most nutrients, especially vitamin C and folate, which can be lost during longer cooking methods like boiling. In the Herbed Cream of Broccoli and Cauliflower Soup, simmering the vegetables in broth gently cooks them while maintaining much of their nutritional value, and blending them into a creamy soup is a great way to enjoy them while retaining their health benefits. Additionally, you can enhance flavor with herbs or a small amount of butter like in the Broccoli and Cauliflower Sautéed in a Beurre Monté Sauce, without sacrificing nutrition. Light cooking methods such as sautéing help retain a good amount of nutrients, making it a healthy and tasty option.