Calorie comparison
Brussels Sprouts vs Spinach
Per 100 grams, spinach is the lighter choice by 20 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 | Spinach |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 43 | 23 |
| Protein | 3.4 g | 2.9 g |
| Carbs | 9 g | 3.6 g |
| Fat | 0.3 g | 0.4 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
🥬 Spinach
1 cup (30 g)
7 cal
0.9 g protein · 1.1 g carbs · 0.1 g fat
Frequently asked
Which has more calories, brussels sprouts or spinach?
Per 100 g, brussels sprouts has 43 calories and spinach has 23. Spinach is lower in calories.
Which has more protein, brussels sprouts or spinach?
Brussels Sprouts has 3.4 g of protein per 100 g; spinach has 2.9 g. Brussels Sprouts wins on protein.
Is brussels sprouts or spinach 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 spinach — but portion size matters more than which food you pick.
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