Brussels Sprouts vs Dandelion Greens – Which is Healthier?

Our Verdict

When comparing Brussels sprouts to dandelions, we picked the dandelions.

Why?

Both are great, and it’s such a strong pairing that we’re surprised we haven’t done this one before! But there is a winner, on balance:

In terms of macros, the sprouts have more fiber and protein, while the dandelions have more carbs, and/but all the numbers are quite close, so this is either a tie or the slenderest of nominal wins to dandelions.

In the category of vitamins, Brussels sprouts have more of vitamins B5, B9, and C, while dandelion greens have more of vitamins A, B1, B2, B3, B6, B7, E, and K, winning easily by a large margin.

Looking at minerals, the sprouts have more selenium, while dandelions have more calcium, copper, iron, magnesium, manganese, and potassium, winning convincingly again.

In other considerations, Brussels sprouts have sulforaphane while dandelion greens have more polyphenols, so this round’s either a tie or a nominal win to dandelions (because those are admittedly a lot of polyphenols).

Either way, adding up the sections makes for a clear overall win for dandelion greens, but by all means do enjoy either or both, as Brussels sprouts are certainly a top-tier food too!

Want to learn more?

You might like:

• Broccoli Sprouts & Sulforaphane ← this is written about Broccoli, but all Brassica oleracea sprouts have this, and that includes Brussels sprouts
• How Dandelions Can Protect Your Brain

Enjoy!