Brussels Sprouts

Brussels sprouts, like kale, belong to the nutrient-dense cruciferous vegetable family. During the colder months, the brussels sprout plants that develop mini cabbage-like heads. They can withstand freezing temperatures, making them ideal for winter dishes.

Brussels sprouts, despite their small size, pack a powerful nutritional punch. They're a good source of vitamin K as well. Cooked brussels sprouts contain 137% of your daily recommended intake in one cup (156 grams). Vitamin K is crucial for brain function as well as bone and heart health. Vitamins A, B, and C, as well as the minerals manganese and potassium, are abundant in brussels sprouts. Brussels sprouts are also abundant in fiber and alpha-lipoic acid, two nutrients that have been shown to help maintain blood sugar levels.