Description
Brussels Sprouts with Lemon is a deliciously vibrant side dish that brings out the best in this often-overlooked vegetable. The dish features crispy, roasted Brussels sprouts drizzled with fresh lemon juice and zest, creating a perfect balance of earthy and zesty flavors. Quick to prepare and visually stunning, these Brussels sprouts are ideal for family dinners, holiday feasts, or impressing guests at special occasions. Elevate your vegetable game and watch as everyone asks for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, toss the halved Brussels sprouts with olive oil, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- Spread the seasoned Brussels sprouts in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until crispy on the outside and tender inside.
- Remove from the oven and immediately drizzle with lemon juice and sprinkle with lemon zest.
- Serve hot to enjoy maximum flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg