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Oven-roasted, fiber and vitamin C rich, low-calorie vegetable
In season: Autumn · Winter
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 cup (medium) of Roasted Brussels sprouts (90 g) has 54 calories. That works out to 60 calories per 100 g. It contains 8.6 g of carbs, 3.2 g of protein, 1.4 g of fat and 3.6 g of fiber. Its 126 µg of Vitamin K covers 105% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 32 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 100 g
60
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
9.5g
· 3% DV
Protein
3.5g
· 7% DV
Fat
1.5g
· 2% DV
Fiber
4g
· 14% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 58% · Protein 21% · Fat 21%
Vitamins
Vitamin K
140µg · 117% DV
Vitamin C
62mg · 69% DV
Folate
60µg · 15% DV
B6
0.22mg · 13% DV
Minerals
Potassium ⭐
389mg · 11% DV
Phosphorus
69mg · 10% DV
Iron
1mg · 6% DV
Magnesium
23mg · 5% DV
Very high
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 60 calories in 100 g:
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.2g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.1g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.2g
Omega 6:3 ratio 1.6:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
Bitterness often comes from overcooking, using older sprouts, or leaving the pieces too large. Halve them evenly, roast at high heat, and remove them before the outer leaves burn.
Dry the sprouts thoroughly after washing and avoid crowding the baking tray, since trapped steam prevents browning. Toss with a little oil and roast cut-side down in a fully preheated oven.
No. Roasting them directly produces a deeper caramelized flavor and firmer texture; briefly steaming very large sprouts can help them cook evenly, but boiling too long makes them soft.
Garlic, black pepper, cumin, chili flakes, lemon zest, and mustard all work well. A squeeze of lemon juice or a little balsamic vinegar after roasting can balance their slightly bitter flavor.
They pair well with chickpeas, lentils, eggs, fish, or other protein-rich foods for a more satisfying meal. Tahini-lemon dressing, walnuts, or Parmesan are also flavorful additions.
Yes. Wash, dry, and halve them up to a day ahead, then refrigerate them in a sealed container. Add oil and seasonings just before cooking for the best browning.
Store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for about 3 to 4 days. Reheat in an oven or air fryer rather than a microwave if you want to restore some crispness.
Yes, though they will be softer after thawing. Freeze them in a single layer first, transfer to a sealed container, and reheat from frozen in the oven for better texture.
For most people, normal portions of cooked Brussels sprouts are not a concern. People with iodine deficiency or a thyroid condition requiring a specific diet should ask their clinician or dietitian about frequent, very large intakes.
They can cause gas or bloating in some people because they contain fiber and fermentable carbohydrates. Starting with a smaller serving, cooking them well, and eating slowly may improve tolerance.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.