Brussels sprouts are mini-cabbages that are members of the cancer fighting cruciferous group of vegetables. Some love them for their fresh sweetness and others think them a bit too bitter. Even if you are wary, try this easy slaw with a sweet touch of apples, dried cranberries and walnuts to cut down on the bitter flavor. It packs a delicious punch and adding cruciferous vegetables, like Brussels sprouts, to your diet can help lower risk for certain cancers, especially those of the colon, mouth, esophagus and stomach.