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A Basic Roasted Brussels Sprouts Recipe to Live By

It is often said some of the most delicious dishes are prepared simply; such is the case for this roasted brussels sprouts recipe.


It is often said some of the most delicious dishes are prepared simply; such is the case for this roasted brussels sprouts recipe. Sometimes, when I feel up to it, I'll also dress the sprouts with honey and soy sauce, and on rarer occasions, I'll throw in some bacon pieces. But most of the time, I'm just dousing them in peanut oil and a heavy hand of red pepper flakes. The peanut oil amplifies the roasted flavor, and the Texan in me thinks everything tastes better with heat, hence the chili flakes. Once you learn the easy, breezy technique, you'll want to put brussels sprouts on the table every night.

From Anna Monette Roberts, PopSugar Food

Spicy Roasted Brussels Sprouts

Recipe Notes

I do not flip the brussels sprouts — that way they achieve that beautiful charred color — but feel free to do so halfway through the baking time if they begin to color too fast.

Roasted Brussels Sprouts

Ingredients

1 pound brussels sprouts, cut in half
2 tablespoons peanut oil or other high-heat oil
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes, more or less, to taste
Salt, to taste

Directions

  • Preheat oven to 350ºF. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a large bowl, toss brussels sprouts, peanut oil, red pepper flakes, and salt until evenly coated.
  • Scatter brussels sprouts around lined baking sheet and bake for 30-40 minutes, or until vegetables are soft and golden on the edges.
  • Serves 4.

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    Stop What You're Doing and Make This Salad

    Do you believe in love at first sight?

    Do you believe in love at first sight? I do! Maybe not romantically, but rather in the case of what will please my palate. Specifically, I knew that I was destined to enter a whirlwind romance with this tart and tangy shredded kale and brussels sprouts salad as soon as I set my eyes upon it. In this case, my woman's intuition was spot-on; perfect in its original iteration (it's a favorite amongst our whole team), this salad-slaw hybrid is even better — at least better catered to my proclivities — with a few minor tweaks and additions (reflected in the recipe below).

    Now, before you fear that this is all bluster, I've been so smitten that I've already made it three times in the past month — a rarity for someone whose job is to test recipes . . . So as the title says, I seriously urge you to get on board, and make this salad right now!

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    How to Shred Brussels Sprouts

    Deeply caramelized roasted brussels sprouts might get the lion's share of fanfare — they are mighty delectable, after all — but we'd like to urge you to try the petite cabbages in a slightly more refined fashion: shredded in a zingy salad that will knock your socks off.

    Deeply caramelized roasted brussels sprouts might get the lion's share of fanfare — they are mighty delectable, after all — but we'd like to urge you to try the petite cabbages in a slightly more refined fashion: shredded in a zingy salad that will knock your socks off. But before we get ahead of ourselves, click through to find out how to take them from round orbs to delicate ribbons with ease.

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    Thanksgiving With a Twist: Maple Miso Brussels Sprouts!

    Brussels sprouts are one of our favorite veggies to serve up for Thanksgiving, even though there are often one or two nasayers at the table.

    Brussels sprouts are one of our favorite veggies to serve up for Thanksgiving, even though there are often one or two nasayers at the table. This recipe from Karma Chow pairs the bitter brussels sprout with the sweetness of maple syrup and saltiness of tamari, making for complex flavors. It's bound to make more than a few brussels sprout converts. And it's vegan!

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    Seasonal Eats: Roasted Brussels Sprouts With Walnuts

    Brussels sprouts had a bad rap in the past, but there are so many reasons these little green guys deserve a home on your dinner table.


    Brussels sprouts had a bad rap in the past, but there are so many reasons these little green guys deserve a home on your dinner table. Brussels sprouts are not only packed with fiber, but they also offer a truly delicious taste — with very little hassle in the kitchen.

    The easiest method of cooking is to simply roast them. In the past, you may have cooked up your sprouts with bacon or pancetta, but adding walnuts instead offers a similar depth of flavor while providing a boost of healthy fat not found in those meaty options. Keep reading for the crowd-pleasing healthy recipe.

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    A Reader Recipe: Shredded Brussels Sprouts Salad

    Take a break from heavy foods with this shredded Brussels sprouts salad from FitSugar reader Gabbysgfree.

    Take a break from heavy foods with this shredded Brussels sprouts salad from FitSugar reader Gabbysgfree. She posted in our Healthy Recipe community group.

    A shredded Brussels sprouts salad with caramelized onions, toasted almonds, and a tasty cumin-grapefruit vinaigrette!

    Learn how to make this salad after the break!

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    Shredded Brussels Sprouts Salad Is Perfect For Fall

    Generally speaking, I'm more of a salad gal in Summer and a braised greens lover once Fall begins to hit its stride.


    Generally speaking, I'm more of a salad gal in Summer and a braised greens lover once Fall begins to hit its stride. But recently, I've discovered the best way to reconcile the two: by utilizing dark, leafy brassicas in their raw form, massaging them by hand with a drizzle of Autumn-tinged maple vinaigrette until slightly wilted and tender. Case in point: this shredded brussels sprouts salad, which is the darling of my kitchen at this very moment. Adding some Lacinato kale really transforms this dish from a slaw to a salad, and it's got a pleasing bitterness that's offset so nicely with a tangy-sweet dressing. To add another layer of flavor and texture, I finish the whole thing with toasted sunflower seeds and raisins. Get excited for the season with the recipe.

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    Healthy Brussels Sprouts Recipes to Enjoy Before the Season Ends

    I'm pretty excited for Spring to hit the farmers market — strawberries!
    Roasted Brussels Sprouts

    I'm pretty excited for Spring to hit the farmers market — strawberries! fava beans! peas! — but there are a few Winter veggies I wish could hang around. This is especially true of brussels sprouts. On a nutritional level brussels sprouts are low calorie and high in vitamins C and K; they're also full of fiber. And more importantly, when it comes to eating and cooking, they taste pretty great. Here are a few healthy brussels sprouts recipes to sneak in before the season ends.

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    Welcome Brussels Sprouts to the Thanksgiving Table

    Although many people enjoy green beans on Thanksgiving, this year I'm suggesting you serve Brussels sprouts instead.

    Although many people enjoy green beans on Thanksgiving, this year I'm suggesting you serve Brussels sprouts instead. This preparation, which tosses the sprouts with caramelized shallots, is my current fave. It's quick, easy, and very flavorful. Although the recipe doesn't say you can make it in advance, I did, and found it to be even more tasty the next day when it was reheated! Learn the uncomplicated method here.

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    Monday's Leftovers: Roasted Pork With Brussels Sprouts

    I'm never happier than when I discover a good sale at the meat counter, and on a really generous week, my grocer offers two-for-one deals on a healthy and quick-cooking cut, pork tenderloin.

    I'm never happier than when I discover a good sale at the meat counter, and on a really generous week, my grocer offers two-for-one deals on a healthy and quick-cooking cut, pork tenderloin. I'll buy two, but diversify my plate by making a hearty pork, apple, and squash meal one night, then digging in to a completely different pork meal the following evening. Tonight, utilize leftover pork by oven-roasting it with a light seasoning, all the while quick-sautéing brussels sprouts, almonds, and apricots until wilted and caramelized. If you prefer extra flavor, dry-rub the pork spices and herbs like cumin, paprika, dried sage, and oregano. Get the recipe now.