Brussels Sprouts vs Cauliflower – Which is Healthier?
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Our Verdict
When comparing Brussels sprouts to cauliflower, we picked the sprouts.
Why?
In this comparison of Brassica oleracea vs Brassica oleracea (same species, different cultivar), there’s a clear winner and it’s a simple one today:
In terms of macros, the sprouts have approximately 2x more fiber, carbs, and protein, making them the more nutrient-dense option in the macros category.
In the category of vitamins, the sprouts have more of vitamins A, B1, B2, B3, B6, B7, B9, C, E, and K, while cauliflower has more of vitamin B5 and choline; a clear win for sprouts.
When it comes to minerals, sprouts have more calcium, copper, iron, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, potassium, selenium, and zinc, while cauliflower is not higher in any mineral. A complete win for sprouts here.
Adding up the sections makes for an easy overall win for Brussels sprouts, but by all means enjoy either or both; diversity is good!
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