Roasted Brussels Sprouts: The perfect recipe for a tasty side dish

  • 🥘 Instructions

    1. Preheating the oven

    • Place the oven rack in the upper position (in the upper third of the oven).
    • Preheat the oven to  260°C (500°F) .

    2. Preparing Brussels sprouts

    • Cut off the base of the cabbages and remove any damaged outer leaves.
    • Cut them in half lengthwise.
    • If the cabbages are small (less than 2.5 cm), leave them whole.
    • If they are larger than 2.5 cm, cut them into quarters.

    3. Seasoning

    • In a large bowl, mix the Brussels sprouts with the olive oil, water, salt and pepper.
    • Stir well to coat the vegetables evenly.

    4. Initial steam cooking

    • Spread the Brussels sprouts, cut side down, on a large rimmed baking sheet.
    • Cover the tray tightly with aluminum foil.
    • Bake in the oven for  10 minutes .

    5. Roasting to brown

    • Remove the aluminum foil.
    • Continue cooking until the cabbages are golden brown and tender, about  9 to 12 minutes  depending on their size.

    6. Service

    • Season with a little extra salt and pepper if necessary.
    • Serve hot as a side dish.

    💡 Tips & Variations

    • Adding flavors  : Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, or lemon zest before serving.
    • Sweet and savory version  : Add a touch of honey or maple syrup before roasting for an even more pronounced caramelized flavor.
    • Crunchy  : Sprinkle with toasted hazelnuts, slivered almonds or crushed walnuts after baking.

    🥡 Storage & Reheating

    • Storage  : Allow to cool completely before placing in an airtight container.
      • Refrigerator: up to  5 days .
      • Freezer: up to  12 months .
    • Reheating  :
      • Microwave  : In 15-30 second intervals until hot.
      • Oven  : At  177°C (350°F)  on a baking sheet covered with aluminum foil for  10 to 12 minutes .
      • Pan  : Heat over medium heat until thoroughly heated.

    📊 Nutritional values ​​(per serving, approximately 8 servings)

    • Calories  : 95 kcal
    • Carbohydrates  : 10 g (3%)
    • Protein  : 3 g (6%)
    • Lipids  : 5 g (8%)
    • Sodium  : 246 mg (10%)
    • Potassium  : 441 mg (13%)
    • Fiber  : 4 g (16%)
    • Sugars  : 2 g (2%)
    • Vitamin A  : 855 IU (17%)
    • Vitamin C  : 96.4 mg (117%)
    • Calcium  : 48 mg (5%)
    • Iron  : 1.6 mg (9%)

    💡 Nutritional values ​​are estimates and may vary depending on the ingredients used.

    🍽️ Conclusion

    This recipe for roasted Brussels sprouts is a quick and delicious way to showcase this often-underestimated vegetable. Perfect as a side dish with meat, fish, or even a vegetarian meal, it’s a recipe that the whole family will love!

    ✨ Try it out and tell me what you think in the comments!