Description
Brussels sprouts take center stage in this delightful honey balsamic recipe, transforming the often-overlooked vegetable into a sweet and savory sensation. Tender, caramelized sprouts are drizzled with a luscious glaze that perfectly balances sweetness and tang. Ideal for holiday gatherings or simple weeknight dinners, this dish is sure to impress even the most skeptical eaters.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound Brussels sprouts, halved
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Rinse Brussels sprouts under cold water, trim yellow leaves, and cut in half.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together honey, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Toss halved Brussels sprouts with the glaze until evenly coated.
- Spread on a parchment-lined baking sheet in a single layer.
- Roast for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and crispy, stirring halfway through.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added crunch and flavor, consider tossing in some crushed garlic or toasted nuts before roasting. Swap honey for maple syrup for a different sweetness profile. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days and reheat at 350°F until warm.