Brussels sprouts seem like a healthy option, but how nutritious are they really? Sarah Bond, nutritionist and vegetarian food blogger, breaks down everything you need to know about Brussels sprout nutrition here!
Brussels sprouts Nutrition
Brussels sprouts are a nutritional powerhouse, packing a punch of essential vitamins and minerals that contribute to overall health. They are notably rich in Vitamins C and K, both vital for various bodily functions.
The following nutrition information is per 1 cup (88 g) of raw Brussels sprouts.
Calories in Brussels Sprouts: 38
Brussels sprouts are a low calorie vegetable, making it a great choice for weight loss.
Carbs in Brussels Sprouts: 8 g
Brussels sprouts are also low in carbs, as far as vegetables go! It’s a great choice for keto and low carb diets.
Fiber: 3 g
Brussels sprouts are a good source of fiber, and have 13% of your Daily Value (DV). This means that they can can make you to feel full, helping you to eat less and lose weight.
Protein: 3 g
As with most vegetables, Brussels sprouts are not particularly high in protein.
Fat: 0 g
Brussels sprouts are virtually fat-free!
195% Daily Value of Vitamin K
Brussels sprouts contain loads of Vitamin K, a fat-soluble vitamin that helps maintain healthy blood clotting and bone synthesis.
125% Daily Value of Vitamin C
1 cup of Brussels sprouts contains all of the vitamin C that you need in a day! This antioxidant helps maintain your immune system as well as helps to create collagen
Are Brussels Sprouts From Brussels?
Brussels sprouts are thought to have originated in Ancient Rome, though they gained their popularity (and name) in Brussels, Belgium. They’re now widely popular in the U.S. and Europe, with the Netherlands being the largest producer of these miniature cabbages (a.k.a…cabbage patch kids…get it?)
How to Choose Brussels sprouts
As with most fruits and vegetables, the smaller Brussels sprouts will be sweeter and and more delicious! Aim for blemish free Brussels sprouts that are all about the same size for even cooking. Their peak season is from September to March.
How to store Brussels sprouts
Remove damaged outer leaves and store Brussels sprouts in a plastic bag in the coldest part of the fridge. These should stay good for a few weeks, though the flavor becomes stronger and less tasty with age. If you can get them on the stalk, great! They’ll stay fresher for longer this way.
Favorite Brussels Sprouts Recipes
After learning how to cut Brussels sprouts properly, there are so many tasty ways you can cook them up!
GW says
Nice post. If you like your salad a bit crunchy. Dice them finely raw and sprinkle on liberally.
Sarah says
Definitely! Probably a bit less strong/tough than cabbage but with a little Brussels sprout kick!
Healthy Kitchen 101 says
Brussels sprout is always my main favourite salad ingredients, it’s so healthy and crunchy to enjoy~ Now I get more information about its nutrition 😉
– Natalie
Donna says
I make a wonderful Brussel sprout chili…….substitute Brussel sprouts for meat…I do like the roasted first
Sarah says
That sounds so tasty, Donna! Never thought to use sprouts like that but I bet it’s delicious! 😀