Festive Balsamic Brussels Sprouts 🎄
These roasted Brussels sprouts, seasoned with balsamic and complemented by dried cranberries and pecans, create a vibrant and healthy side dish perfect for any festive table.
Equipment
- Large Baking Sheet
- Large Bowl
- Parchment Paper
Ingredients
- 1.5 lbs fresh Brussels sprouts trimmed and halved
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon maple syrup optional, for a touch of sweetness
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 cup dried cranberries
- 0.25 cup chopped pecans
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to a cozy 400°F (200°C). Grab a large baking sheet and line it with parchment paper for super easy cleanup.
- In a big bowl, combine your trimmed and halved Brussels sprouts with the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, maple syrup (if you're using it), salt, and pepper. Toss everything until the sprouts are nicely coated – like they're ready for a party!
- Spread the coated Brussels sprouts in a single layer on your prepared baking sheet. This little trick helps them roast evenly and get wonderfully crisp!
- Roast for 20-25 minutes, giving them a gentle shake halfway through. You're looking for them to be tender-crisp and have a lovely caramelized color.
- Once roasted, remove the sheet from the oven. Now, sprinkle in the dried cranberries and chopped pecans. Give it another quick toss right on the baking sheet to mix everything up.
- Serve warm and enjoy this vibrant, healthy side dish that's perfect for any festive table!
Notes
Nutrition Information per serving:
Calories: 220
Total Carbs: 25g
Net Carbs: 17g
Fats: 12g
Protein: 6g
Calories: 220
Total Carbs: 25g
Net Carbs: 17g
Fats: 12g
Protein: 6g
