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Cut & clean
Wash sprouts well and trim ends.
Savory sides & sauces
Slice boiled Brussels sprouts into tomato sauce or serve as a side covered with a dash of butter or your favorite cheese sauce.
Power food
Brussels sprouts are an excellent source of vitamin C and a good source of folic acid and vitamin A.
Quick & easy recipe
Drop sprouts into boiling, salted water and cook until tender. Drain well and toss with a little olive oil, crushed walnuts, salt, and pepper.
Wash sprouts well, and trim the ends. Drop them into boiling, salted water and cook until tender. Drain well and toss with a little olive oil, crushed walnuts, and black pepper. They are also good in a savory tomato sauce.
Brussels sprouts (raw), 1 cup (88g)
Calories: 38
Protein: 3g
Carbohydrate: 8g
Total Fat: 0g
Fiber: 3g
*Excellent source of: Vitamin C (75mg)
*Good source of: Folic acid (54mcg), Manganese (0.30mg), Potassium (342.32mg), Vitamin A (663.52IU), and Vitamin B6 (0.19mg)
*Foods that are an “excellent source” of a particular nutrient provide 20% or more of the Recommended Daily Value. Foods that are a “good source” of a particular nutrient provide between 10 and 20% of the Recommended Daily Value.
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