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Brussels sprouts calories and nutrition facts
100 grams of brussels sprouts contains 36 calories, with 2.6 g of protein, 7.1 g of carbohydrate and 0.5 g of fat. It provides 2.6 g of fiber and 1.7 g of sugar per 100 g. Most of its calories come from carbohydrate.
Brussels sprouts went from punishment to menu star when kitchens started roasting them — caramelised edges beat boiled sulphur every time. A cup is a modest 43 calories with real fibre; the bacon and balsamic they are now roasted with write the rest of the bill. Halve them and give them space in the tin.
Where the calories come from
Protein 24% Carbs 66% Fat 10%
How brussels sprouts compares
Per 100 g, against the closest vegetables in this database.
| Food | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brussels sprouts | 36 kcal | 2.6 g | 7.1 g | 0.5 g |
| Brussels sprouts, cooked | 36 kcal | 2.6 g | 7.1 g | 0.5 g |
| Collards, frozen, boiled | 36 kcal | 3 g | 7.1 g | 0.4 g |
| Broccoli, cooked | 35 kcal | 2.4 g | 7.2 g | 0.4 g |
| Cowpea pods with seeds, cooked | 34 kcal | 2.6 g | 7 g | 0.3 g |
Nutrition facts for brussels sprouts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per 1 cup |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 36 kcal | 28 kcal |
| Protein | 2.6 g | 2 g |
| Carbohydrate | 7.1 g | 6 g |
| Fat | 0.5 g | 0 g |
| Fiber | 2.6 g | 2 g |
| Sugar | 1.7 g | 1 g |
| Saturated fat | 0.1 g | 0 g |
| Salt | 0.1 g | 0 g |
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Vitamins and minerals in brussels sprouts
Per 100 g, highest share of the Daily Value first. %DV = the adult Daily Value (FDA reference). USDA reference data — not medical advice.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | %DV |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin K | 140 µg | 117% |
| Vitamin C | 62 mg | 69% |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.18 mg | 11% |
| Manganese | 0.23 mg | 10% |
| Copper | 0.08 mg | 9% |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.11 mg | 9% |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 317 mg | 7% |
See the richest foods per nutrient in the nutrient toplists.
Calories in common brussels sprouts servings
How many calories in a portion of brussels sprouts — reference serving estimates with the gram weight shown.
| Serving | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 sprout (21 g) | 7.6 kcal | 0.5 g | 1.5 g | 0.1 g |
| ½ cup (78 g) | 28 kcal | 2 g | 6 g | 0 g |
| 100 g (100 g) | 36 kcal | 3 g | 7 g | 1 g |
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in brussels sprouts?
Brussels sprouts has 36 calories per 100 grams. A typical serving of 1 cup (78 g) has about 28 calories.
How much protein is in brussels sprouts?
Brussels sprouts contains 2.6 g of protein per 100 g, or about 2 g per 1 cup.
How much sugar is in brussels sprouts?
Brussels sprouts contains 1.7 g of sugar per 100 g. Nutrition values are reference figures; brands and preparation change the real amount, so weigh and log what you actually eat.
Is brussels sprouts low in carbs?
Yes by the numbers: Brussels sprouts has 7.1 g of carbohydrate per 100 g. People following low-carb or keto approaches often include foods in this range — portion size and your own plan still decide.
Are these brussels sprouts calories exact?
No. These are per-100-gram reference values from the USDA FoodData Central SR Legacy source family. Portion size, ripeness, cut and cooking method all change the real number, so treat them as an estimate and log your own portion.
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Source: USDA FoodData Central SR Legacy #169971 (2018-04 release). US Government work — public domain in the United States. Reference values per 100 g edible portion.
