Calorie comparison
Brussels Sprouts vs Romaine Lettuce
Per 100 grams, romaine lettuce is the lighter choice by 26 calories, while brussels sprouts delivers more protein. The right pick depends on your goal — fewer calories for a cut, more protein to stay full.
Per 100 grams
| Per 100 g | Brussels Sprouts | Romaine Lettuce |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 43 | 17 |
| Protein | 3.4 g | 1.2 g |
| Carbs | 9 g | 3.3 g |
| Fat | 0.3 g | 0.3 g |
Orange highlights the "better for a calorie deficit" value (fewer calories, fat and carbs; more protein). Your goals decide what "better" means.
Per typical serving
🥬 Brussels Sprouts
1 cup (88 g)
38 cal
3 g protein · 7.9 g carbs · 0.3 g fat
🥬 Romaine Lettuce
1 cup shredded (47 g)
8 cal
0.6 g protein · 1.6 g carbs · 0.1 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, brussels sprouts or romaine lettuce?
Per 100 g, brussels sprouts has 43 calories and romaine lettuce has 17. Romaine Lettuce is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, brussels sprouts or romaine lettuce?
Brussels Sprouts has 3.4 g of protein per 100 g; romaine lettuce has 1.2 g. Brussels Sprouts wins on protein.
Is brussels sprouts or romaine lettuce better for weight loss?
For a calorie deficit, the lower-calorie, higher-protein option usually helps you stay full on fewer calories. Here that leans toward romaine lettuce — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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