Description
Delightful honey-glazed roasted brussels sprouts dance with caramelized edges and golden-brown perfection, bringing Mediterranean warmth to your dinner table. Sweet and savory notes blend seamlessly, inviting you to savor each crispy, flavorful bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Primary Ingredients:
- 1 lb (450 g) brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons honey
Seasoning Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
Optional Crunch and Garnish Ingredients:
- ¼ cup (30 g) chopped pecans or walnuts
- Fresh parsley, chopped
- Grated parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Prepare the oven environment by heating to 400F (200C) and lining a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly coating with cooking spray.
- Meticulously trim the stem ends of Brussels sprouts and slice them vertically into symmetrical halves, placing them in a spacious mixing vessel.
- Create a flavor infusion by cascading olive oil, golden honey, and tangy balsamic vinegar over the halved vegetables. Generously sprinkle kosher salt, cracked black pepper, and aromatic garlic powder, ensuring a thorough and even coating through gentle tumbling.
- Arrange the seasoned Brussels sprouts across the prepared baking sheet in a harmonious single layer, maintaining adequate spacing to promote uniform caramelization and crisp edges.
- Slide the baking sheet into the preheated oven, roasting for approximately 20-25 minutes. Midway through the cooking process, gently rotate and redistribute the sprouts to guarantee consistent golden-brown transformation.
- During the final five minutes of roasting, scatter chopped pecans or walnuts across the Brussels sprouts to gently toast and enhance their nutty essence.
- Once achieved perfect caramelization, transfer the roasted Brussels sprouts to an elegant serving dish, garnishing with freshly chopped parsley and optional delicate Parmesan cheese shavings.
- Present immediately while maintaining optimal temperature and crisp texture.
Notes
- Customize the sweetness by adjusting honey levels, using maple syrup for a different flavor profile, or substituting with agave nectar for a vegan alternative.
- Ensure crispy edges by patting Brussels sprouts completely dry before roasting, preventing excess moisture that could make them soggy.
- Enhance nutrition by adding protein-rich nuts like almonds or pine nuts, which complement the caramelized honey glaze and provide extra crunch.
- Reduce cooking time for smaller or younger Brussels sprouts, checking them at 15 minutes to prevent burning and maintain their tender interior.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 18 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg