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Roasted Brussels Sprouts

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Roasting Brussels sprouts brings out all their flavor! This great, easy side dish of roasted Brussels sprouts is always a hit, whether you're serving it a holiday meal or a weeknight dinner.

We'll show you how to roast Brussels sprouts, how to pick the best sprouts, and give you tips on what to pair them with for even more flavor.

Why You Should Make Roasted Brussels Sprouts

Perhaps you grew up with boiled Brussels sprouts and have sworn off them. If that's the case, give them one more chance with this recipe!

Allowing the Brussels sprouts to slow roast in the oven helps their flavor shine, while also creating crispy crunchy bits on them that make them a delight to eat.

They're easy to prep and although they take some time to roast, this is largely a hands-off recipe.


How to Choose the Best Brussels Sprouts

If you want to get the best Brussels sprouts, buy them when they're at their peak from September to mid-February.

When selecting your Brussels sprouts, choose sprouts that have a darker green color and no obvious discoloration like yellow or black spots. The leaves should be tight and the sprouts should feel firm.

If the Brussels sprouts are wet and squishy - avoid them. Or if they have a pungent, acrid smell, they'd probably gone bad.

If you love Brussels sprouts, be sure to check out our shredded Brussels sprouts salad as well.

brussels sprouts on a vine
brussels sprouts, olive oil, and salt on a baking sheet

Roasted Brussels Sprouts Ingredients

For this recipe you'll need 1 ½ to 2 pounds of Brussels sprouts, a tablespoon of olive oil and 2 teaspoons of kosher salt.


How to Make these Brussels Sprouts

To make this delicious side dish, you'll need to.

  • Prep the Brussels Sprouts. Wash the Brussels sprouts. Remove any damaged leaves, trim the base, and halve the sprouts.
  • Add the seasoning. Toss the sprouts with the olive oil and the salt. Lay them flat across a sheet pan.
  • Roast. Roast the sprouts in the oven for 35 minutes at 400 degrees F.
  • Add any toppings. Add optional toppings like cheese, pomegranate seeds, chopped nuts, or crunchy onions. Serve and enjoy.
cut brussels sprouts on a cutting board with a knife
roasted brussels sprouts on a baking sheet

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roasted brussels sprouts with pomegranate seeds in a serving bowl

Tips for these Roasted Brussels Sprouts

  • Add some fun toppings to these sprouts - we love to add fresh pomegranate seeds, goat cheese, shredded parmesan, dukkah spice blend, chopped pistachios, balsamic reduction, or crispy onions to our Brussels sprouts. Get creative and add whatever topping you'd like!
  • Line your baking sheet - don't skip lining your baking sheet with parchment or a Silpat. It makes cleanup much easier and it keeps the sprouts from sticking to the pan.
  • Using frozen sprouts - you can use frozen Brussels sprouts for this recipe, BUT you need to thaw them completely, pat them dry, and add a few more minutes to the cooking time to get them really crispy. When possible, try to use fresh sprouts.
  • Storing - this dish will keep in the refrigerator for up to three days, in an airtight container.
  • Reheating - If possible, don't use a microwave to reheat these Brussels sprouts. They tend to get soggy. Reheat them in the oven at 350 degrees for 3 to 5 minutes.
Yield: 6 servings

Roasted Brussels Sprouts

roasted brussels sprouts in a white serving bowl

These roasted Brussels sprouts make an excellent, easy side dish.

Prep Time 8 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 43 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ to 2 pounds Brussels sprouts
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
  2. Wash Brussels sprouts. Remove any outer leaves that are damaged and trimming the base and halve each sprout.
  3. Toss the sprouts with the olive oil and salt.
  4. Lay sprouts flat on a parchment or Silpat-lined baking sheet.
  5. Bake Brussels sprouts for 35 minutes or until the edges are crisped.
  6. Serve with optional toppings as desired. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Information:

Yield:

6

Serving Size:

1

Amount Per Serving: Calories: 61Total Fat: 3gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 729mgCarbohydrates: 8gFiber: 3gSugar: 2gProtein: 3g

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