Brussels Sprouts vs Green Beans
Calories, macronutrients and nutrition facts compared side by side (per 100g).
Brussels Sprouts
per 100g
VegetablesGreen Beans
per 100g
Nutrition Comparison
| Per 100g | Brussels Sprouts | Green Beans |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 43kcal | 31kcal |
| Protein | 3.4g | 1.8g |
| Carbs | 9g | 7g |
| Fat | 0.3g | 0.2g |
| Fiber | 3.8g | 2.7g |
| Sugar | 2.2g | 3.3g |
| Sodium | 25mg | 6mg |
Green marks the more favorable value (fewer calories/sugar/sodium, more protein/fiber).
Key Takeaways
- Green Beans has 12 fewer calories per 100g than Brussels Sprouts (39% less).
- Brussels Sprouts delivers more protein (3.4g vs 1.8g per 100g).
- Brussels Sprouts has more fiber (3.8g vs 2.7g).
- Green Beans contains less fat (0.2g vs 0.3g).
- Brussels Sprouts has less sugar (2.2g vs 3.3g).
Brussels Sprouts
Brussels sprouts are a cruciferous vegetable unusually high in protein and fiber for their calorie count, with more vitamin C per gram than an orange. They contain glucosinolates studied for their role in detoxification enzymes.
View Brussels Sprouts nutrition →Green Beans
Green beans deliver fiber, folate and vitamin K for very few calories. Unlike dried legumes they are eaten as a fresh vegetable, combining a little plant protein with the high water content that makes them filling.
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