Description
Sizzling honey balsamic brussels sprouts bring a delightful twist to classic roasted vegetables. Caramelized edges and a sweet-tangy glaze make this dish irresistible for anyone craving a gourmet side that elevates simple ingredients into a memorable culinary experience.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound (454 grams) Brussels sprouts (stems removed)
Cooking Oils:
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
Seasoning and Sauce Ingredients:
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 4 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic (grated)
Instructions
- Heat oven to 400°F, positioning rack in middle section for even roasting.
- Halve Brussels sprouts lengthwise, ensuring uniform size for consistent cooking.
- Spread sprouts on large rimmed baking sheet, ensuring they’re not overcrowded.
- Drizzle avocado oil across sprouts, then generously season with sea salt and cracked black pepper.
- Arrange sprouts cut-side down to maximize caramelization and crispy edges.
- Roast for 18-20 minutes until edges turn golden brown and surfaces become crispy.
- During roasting, create sauce by combining honey, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, and minced garlic in small saucepan.
- Whisk sauce ingredients together over medium-low heat, allowing flavors to meld for approximately 5 minutes.
- Stir sauce occasionally, watching carefully to prevent scorching or rapid boiling.
- Remove sauce from heat, letting it rest and naturally thicken for 2-3 minutes.
- Transfer roasted sprouts to serving dish, drizzling warm balsamic mixture over top.
- Gently toss to ensure even sauce distribution, then serve immediately while warm and crisp.
Notes
- Prep Brussels sprouts carefully by trimming stem ends and removing any yellowed or damaged outer leaves for maximum flavor and presentation.
- Use high-quality balsamic vinegar to enhance the sauce’s depth and richness, preferably aged balsamic for more complex taste profile.
- Cut Brussels sprouts precisely in half to ensure even caramelization and crispy edges during roasting, which creates delightful textural contrast.
- Experiment with alternative sweeteners like maple syrup or agave nectar for gluten-free, vegan-friendly versions that maintain the dish’s signature sweet-tangy balance.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 176 kcal
- Sugar: 11 g
- Sodium: 590 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg