Lemon Garlic Brussels Sprouts
Lemon Garlic Brussels Sprouts are a bright, savory side dish featuring crispy roasted sprouts tossed in fresh lemon juice and garlic. This simple recipe enhances the natural flavor of Brussels sprouts with a zesty, aromatic twist that’s perfect for any meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20–25 minutes
- Total Time: 30–35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
- 1 lb fresh Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes
- Optional: 2 tbsp grated parmesan or chopped fresh herbs (parsley, thyme, dill)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Rinse, trim, and halve the Brussels sprouts.
- In a large bowl, toss Brussels sprouts with olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Spread them cut-side down on a baking sheet in a single layer.
- Roast for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crispy on the edges.
- Remove from oven and immediately drizzle with lemon juice and sprinkle with lemon zest.
- Toss to coat evenly. Garnish with red pepper flakes, parmesan, or herbs if using.
- Serve warm.
Notes
Don’t overcrowd the pan—use two baking sheets if necessary for better crisping.Fresh lemons provide the best flavor—use both zest and juice.Add toasted nuts like almonds or walnuts for extra crunch.For a skillet version, sauté sprouts until tender and browned, then toss with lemon and garlic.Roasted onions or bell peppers can be added for variety.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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