Description
Perfectly caramelized Brussels sprouts with crispy edges and tender centers, enhanced with balsamic vinegar and optional Parmesan cheese. This family-style roasted Brussels sprouts recipe transforms the humble vegetable into a crave-worthy side dish that even veggie skeptics will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1½ pounds fresh Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt (more to taste)
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- Fresh herbs for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Rinse Brussels sprouts under cold water and pat thoroughly dry.
- Trim stem ends, remove any discolored outer leaves, and slice each sprout in half through the stem.
- In a large bowl, toss halved sprouts with olive oil, salt, pepper, and minced garlic until evenly coated.
- Arrange Brussels sprouts cut-side down on a rimmed baking sheet in a single layer, ensuring they aren’t crowded.
- Roast for 20-25 minutes, flipping once halfway through cooking, until deeply golden brown and crispy on the edges.
- Immediately drizzle hot sprouts with balsamic vinegar and gently toss to coat.
- Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese if using, allowing residual heat to melt it slightly.
- Transfer to a serving dish and enjoy while hot for maximum crispiness.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add 2-3 slices of chopped bacon before roasting.
- Choose Brussels sprouts of similar size for even cooking.
- Don’t overcrowd the pan – use two baking sheets if necessary.
- Make sure sprouts are thoroughly dried after washing to achieve maximum crispiness.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days; reheat in a 375°F oven rather than microwave to restore crispness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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