Brussel Sprouts
I hail from Belgium, small yet mighty, and unafraid to pack a punch when it comes to flavour. I am a true superfood with all my fancy nutrients, if you give me a chance I will not disappoint your health!
History
Brussels sprouts may have been grown in Belgium as early as 1200, but the first recorded description of it dates to 1587.
Brussels sprouts were developed by selection to greatly enlarge the axillary buds.The axillary buds are smaller versions of the terminal bud that was enlarged to produce cabbage, which is why Brussels sprouts look like miniature cabbages. Brussels sprouts are harvested when the unfurling leaves are still tightly wrapped in the bud. If left to develop, they would develop into short thick branches.
Nutrition
One cup of boiled Brussels sprouts (156g) provides the following nutrients, this information is provided by the USDA.
