Description
A delicious side dish featuring Brussels sprouts roasted to perfection with a maple balsamic glaze, balancing sweetness and acidity for a complex flavor profile.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ pounds Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- ¼ cup balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Optional: toasted pecans or walnuts for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure the Brussels sprouts roast properly.
- Whisk together the maple syrup, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
- Add the halved Brussels sprouts to the bowl and toss until well-coated with the glaze.
- Spread the Brussels sprouts on a baking sheet in a single layer, ensuring adequate space for roasting.
- Roast in the preheated oven for about 25 to 30 minutes, stirring halfway through, until they are tender and golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and drizzle with any remaining glaze; add toasted nuts for an extra crunch if desired.
Notes
For best results, ensure Brussels sprouts are uniformly cut and consider parboiling them for about 5 minutes before roasting.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Brussels sprouts, roasted vegetables, Thanksgiving side dish, maple syrup, balsamic vinegar