Description
Savor the delicious blend of sweet honey and tangy balsamic vinegar in these crispy Brussels sprouts, topped with crunchy pecans for a delightful side dish that impresses at any gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb fresh Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp aged balsamic vinegar
- ½ cup raw pecans
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp freshly cracked pepper
- ½ tsp garlic powder (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Rinse and halve the Brussels sprouts, trimming any damaged leaves.
- In a large bowl, combine Brussels sprouts, olive oil, honey, balsamic vinegar, salt, pepper, and garlic powder (if using). Toss until well coated.
- Spread the mixture evenly on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Scatter raw pecans over the top before roasting.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and crispy, shaking halfway through for even cooking.
Notes
- For added flavor, consider replacing pecans with walnuts or sprinkling some feta cheese on top before serving.
- If you like heat, a dash of chili flakes can spice things up!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 170mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg