There are three types of Brussel Sprout people:
1) Those who liked brussel sprouts as a kid and still do.
2) Those who have had one too many bad brussel sprout encounters and will never be able to enjoy them.
3) Those who have had a few bad brussel sprout experiences and think they do not like them...but when given a deliciously prepared, tender green, braised-caramelized brussel sprout..could learn to uncover their hidden brussel sprout love.
Survey Says! My Most Hated Veggie survey showed that there are a lot of 2's and 3's out there.
Super Veggie! Everyone should try to love brussel sprouts. They are low in calories and fat-free. They are high in fiber, Vitamin C, Vitamin K and folate. They are also a cruciferous (crew-sif-er-ous) vegetable, which means they are part of the cabbage family. Cruciferous veggies have been linked to lowered cancer risk, oxidative stress and heart-disease rates.
Click ahead for more nutrition info of brussel sprouts....
Who are you really? FYI, many of the 2's out there may very well be 3's who just don't know it yet! Hopefully, when you read about all the amazing health benefits of brussel sprouts, you will give them a try!
Brussel Sprouts
per 1 cup cooked lightly
calories: 60
fat: 0
protein: 4g
carbs: 12g
fiber: 4 g
Vitamin K: 270% RDA
Vitamin A: 24% RDA
Vitamin C: 160% RDA
folate: 24% RDA
potassium: 14% RDA
iron: 10% RDA
manganese: 18% RDA
Omaga 3: 270 mg
Phytochemicals: Indoles and Sulphoraphanes. These phytochemicals may reduce the risk of certain types of cancer.
About cruciferous veggies from web md:
*Reduce cancer risk
*Reduce Oxidative Stress
*Lower heart disease risk
Oxiative Stress study:
"Oxidative stress in the subjects' bodies dropped 22% during the period when they were eating lots of cruciferous vegetables."
Michelle says
I am a 1 but would say I loved them as a kid, and still do! They are my absolute favourite veggie! 🙂 I steam them and eat them with a bit of salt.. at Thanksgiving and Christmas I steam a load of them and get to eat every single one by myself as everyone else in the house dislikes them. Long live the Sprout!! 🙂
Nina says
m a 1! My mom says that me and my sister used to fight over the last one...
I love them steamed. could eat them just like that, maybe add some fried mushrooms, sprinkle parmasan, in the toaster with olive oil, just hand them over!
Maggie, LA says
My husband HATES them I love them. He is emotionally traumatized. But maybe I will try making them cheesy and see if he budges.
Maggie
Nancy says
Cut them in half and fry them up with little slices of thick-cut bacon. (Add a splash or two of water if anything sticks; this loosens up the flavors and sort of steams the sprouts.) Add a handful of dried cranberries in the last few minutes of cooking. Deeeevine.
Sara says
I'm also a "4": never had Brussels Sprouts until I was an adult (I guess my mom hated them and never cooked them!) but now I LOVE them. My favorite way to make them is to roast them with bacon. Mmmmm.
Donalyn says
One of our time favorite recipes - too bad it is so long till they will be ready from the garden!
Food, she thought. says
I am a 4, I never had a Brussels sprout til I was an adult. I adore them. I also make a mean braised and caramelized sprout. Everyone loves my Brussels sprouts.
Anonymous says
Brussel sprouts are my favorite. Whenever I see they're on the menu at school at my fav dining hall I get excited!
Cristie says
Great post. Love brussel sprouts. from thetablerunner
Mark says
My favorite way to eat Brussels Sprouts is to roast them i the oven with a little soy sauce and balsamic vinegar (usually with potatoes).
They get the most fantastic "nutty" flavor.
Another is to stir-fry (without oil, using broth or water) with chopped garlic, mushrooms, some soy sauce, sometimes some ginger. Adding sliced red peppers makes for quite a visual feast.
A very neglected veggie.
Kathy says
Recipe is on its way...next post!
Hint: It will be silly dilly and slightly cheesy!
~Kathy
Anonymous says
Recipe for cooking them? I need a good one.