Vegetables

Brussels sprouts, raw: calories and nutrition

Raw Brussels sprouts give about 4 g protein, 0.6 g fat, 9.6 g carbs and 4.8 g fiber per 100 g, plus 477 mg potassium.

Brussels sprouts, raw in Vegetables category

Quick nutrition facts (Per 100 g)

  • 48.8 kcal Calories (100 g)
  • 4 g Protein (100 g)
  • 0.6 g Total Fat (100 g)
  • 9.6 g Total Carbohydrate (100 g)
Macronutrient calorie share for Brussels sprouts, raw Per 100 grams (48.8 kcal): Protein 4 g (27% of macro calories), Carbohydrates 9.6 g (64%), Total fat 0.6 g (9%). 48.8 kcal / 100 g
  • Protein 4 g 27%
  • Carbohydrates 9.6 g 64%
  • Total fat 0.6 g 9%
Macronutrient calorie breakdown per 100 g for Brussels sprouts, raw
Macronutrient Amount per 100 g Share of macro calories
Protein 4 g 27%
Carbohydrates 9.6 g 64%
Total fat 0.6 g 9%

Top Nutrients (% Daily Value per 100 g)

Share of FDA 2,000 kcal reference daily intake provided by 100 grams.

Top Nutrients (% Daily Value per 100 g)
Item Amount Relative value
Dietary fiber 4.8 g 17% DV
Potassium 476.8 mg 10% DV
Protein 4 g 8% DV
Magnesium 25 mg 6% DV
Iron 0.7 mg 4% DV
Carbohydrates 9.6 g 3% DV
Zinc 0.4 mg 3% DV

Nutrient library

Full nutrient profile

Nutrient Per 100 g % Daily Value (100 g)
Energy 48.8 kcal 2%
Total fat 0.6 g 1%
Carbohydrates 9.6 g 3%
Dietary fiber 4.8 g 17%
Protein 4 g 8%
Sodium 25.7 mg 1%
Calcium 38.6 mg 3%
Iron 0.7 mg 4%
Magnesium 25 mg 6%
Potassium 476.8 mg 10%
Zinc 0.4 mg 3%

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What this means for your health

What is in it

Raw Brussels sprouts contain about 3.984 grams of protein, 0.565 grams of fat, 9.616 grams of carbohydrates and 4.785 grams of dietary fiber per 100 grams. They also provide 25.74 milligrams of sodium, 38.64 milligrams of calcium, 0.731 milligrams of iron, 25 milligrams of magnesium, 476.8 milligrams of potassium and 0.366 milligrams of zinc.

What it means for your health

The fiber in this food may help keep digestion regular. Potassium is linked to normal fluid balance and nerve function. Protein contributes to building and repairing body tissues. The low fat and low sodium content make it a light choice for many meals.

Good to know

You can eat Brussels sprouts raw in salads or lightly steam them to keep most nutrients. Cooking may reduce some vitamins but the fiber and minerals stay largely intact. Store them in the refrigerator and use within a few days for best quality. This is general education, not medical advice.

Research behind it

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Source

USDA FoodData Central (Public Domain) (ID: 2685575) · Retrieved 2026-10-26

Educational information only, not medical or dietary advice. Consult a qualified health professional for personal nutrition guidance.