brussels sprouts

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There’s cabbage and brussels sprouts — cruciferous veggies that are divine pickled.

From Salon • Feb. 7, 2026

Rich dietary sources include eggs, poultry, fish, beans and cruciferous vegetables such as broccoli, cauliflower and brussels sprouts.

From Science Daily • Nov. 27, 2025

In the land of year-round fresh produce and sunny skies, we swap green beans for brussels sprouts, put sourdough in our stuffing and often enjoy our feasts outdoors.

From New York Times • Nov. 21, 2023

It is typically garnished with a cocktail cherry and orange slice, but is also sometimes served with olives, pickled mushrooms and even pickled brussels sprouts.

From Seattle Times • Nov. 9, 2023

Actually, he had arms but they were tiny and sticking straight out from his shoulders like fleshy pink brussels sprouts with twiggy little fingers stuck on the ends.

From "Joey Pigza Swallowed the Key" by Jack Gantos