Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Balsamic Vinegar and Honey
This post may contain affiliate links. Read my full disclosure policy. It’s hard to improve on simple roasted Brussels sprouts, but a splash of balsamic vinegar and a drizzle of honey bring the flavors to life. Crispy roasted Brussels sprouts don’t need much embellishment—they’re good with just olive oil, salt, and pepper—but a splash of balsamic vinegar and drizzle of honey take them up a notch. The vinegar adds a welcome zing while the honey balances the Brussels sprouts’ bitterness. When selecting Brussels sprouts, look for firm, bright green heads with tightly packed leaves. If you have your pick between large or small Brussels sprouts, go with the larger ones. While smaller sprouts are a bit sweeter and more tender, they cook too quickly and therefore won’t brown as nicely. Roasting is an easy and delicious way to prepare many vegetables. For more ideas, try my roasted broccoli, roasted cauliflower, roasted carrots, and roasted green beans. What You’ll Need To Make Roasted Brussels Sprouts Step-by-Step Instructions Begin by stemming and halving the Brussels sprouts. If you have some sprouts that are very large, cut them into quarters. They should all be cut about the same size to ensure even cooking. Directly on a foil-lined baking sheet, toss the halved Brussels sprouts with 2 tablespoons of the oil, the salt, and the pepper. Roast, stirring once halfway through, until tender and golden brown, about 20 minutes. Drizzle the remaining tablespoon of oil, the balsamic vinegar and the honey over the roasted Brussels sprouts; toss to coat evenly. Taste and adjust seasoning, if necessary, then serve. You May Also Like Video Tutorial RecipeComments (577)Add Comment Recipe Comments (577) Add Comment Ingredients 1½ pounds Brussels sprouts, halved, stems and ragged outer leaves removed* 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil ¾ teaspoon kosher salt ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar 1 teaspoon honey 1½ pounds Brussels sprouts, halved, stems and ragged outer leaves removed* 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil ¾ teaspoon kosher salt ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar 1 teaspoon honey Instructions Preheat oven to 425°F and set an oven rack in the middle position. Line a baking sheet with heavy-duty aluminum foil. Directly on the prepared baking sheet, toss the Brussels sprouts with 2 tablespoons of the oil, the salt, and the pepper. Roast, stirring once halfway through, until tender and golden brown, about 20 minutes. Drizzle the remaining tablespoon of oil, the balsamic vinegar and the honey over the roasted Brussels sprouts. Toss to coat evenly. Taste and adjust seasoning, if necessary, then serve. *If you have some brussels sprouts that are very large, cut them into quarters. They should all be cut about the same size to ensure even cooking. Preheat oven to 425°F and set an oven rack in the middle position. Line a baking sheet with heavy-duty aluminum foil. Directly on the prepared baking sheet, toss the Brussels sprouts with 2 tablespoons of the oil, the salt, and the pepper. Roast, stirring once halfway through, until tender and golden brown, about 20 minutes. Drizzle the remaining tablespoon of oil, the balsamic vinegar and the honey over the roasted Brussels sprouts. Toss to coat evenly. Taste and adjust seasoning, if necessary, then serve. *If you have some brussels sprouts that are very large, cut them into quarters. They should all be cut about the same size to ensure even cooking. Nutrition Information Powered by Per serving (6 servings) Calories: 116 Fat: 7g Saturated fat: 1g Carbohydrates: 12g Sugar: 4g Fiber: 4g Protein: 4g Sodium: 321mg Cholesterol: 0 Per serving (6 servings) Calories: 116 Fat: 7g Saturated fat: 1g Carbohydrates: 12g Sugar: 4g Fiber: 4g Protein: 4g Sodium: 321mg Cholesterol: 0 This website is written and produced for informational purposes only. I am not a certified nutritionist and the nutritional data on this site has not been evaluated or approved by a nutritionist or the Food and Drug Administration. Nutritional information is offered as a courtesy and should not be construed as a guarantee. The data is calculated through an online nutritional calculator, Edamam.com. Although I do my best to provide accurate nutritional information, these figures should be considered estimates only. 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