maple glazed brussels sprouts (Printable version)

Golden Brussels sprouts glazed with maple syrup and walnuts for a flavorful, vegetarian side.

# What you need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 1 lb Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved

→ Glaze

02 - 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
03 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
04 - 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
05 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
06 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Nuts

07 - 1/2 cup walnut halves, roughly chopped

→ Garnish (optional)

08 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped

# How To:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, combine maple syrup, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, sea salt, and black pepper. Whisk until fully blended.
03 - Add trimmed and halved Brussels sprouts to the bowl and toss well to ensure even coating.
04 - Spread the Brussels sprouts, cut-side down, in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
05 - Roast for 15 minutes, then remove from the oven.
06 - Sprinkle the chopped walnuts over the Brussels sprouts and toss gently. Return pan to oven and roast for an additional 8 to 10 minutes, until sprouts are golden and walnuts are toasted.
07 - Transfer the roasted Brussels sprouts and walnuts to a serving bowl. Garnish with chopped parsley if desired, and serve warm.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Quick to prepare and cooks in under 30 minutes
  • Naturally gluten-free and vegetarian so it pleases a variety of eaters
  • A balance of sweet and savory that pairs with almost any main dish
  • Everything you need is at most grocery stores or already in your pantry
  • Roasting gives a caramelized edge that even sprout skeptics love
02 -
  • Packed with fiber vitamins and healthy fats
  • Makes excellent leftovers or meal prep side
  • Works for gluten-free and vegetarian diets
03 -
  • Always preheat your baking sheet for even more crispiness on the sprouts
  • Try to cut all the Brussels sprouts to a similar size for even roasting
  • Never skip adding the nuts for the last ten minutes so they toast perfectly without burning
  • Deglaze the pan with a splash more balsamic as the sprouts finish roasting for extra brightness

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