Ohhhhhhh Brussels sprouts. Or is it Brussel sprouts?
Whatever. It matters not. Aren’t they GORG? Ooooooohhh ahhhhhhhhhh caramelized to perfection.
I’ve been stuck in one of those ruts where I’m not feeling raw veggies so I have to stuff everything I make with a bunch of cooked ones. I’ve been all over roasted veggies lately, but since I’m stuffed myself silly with every variety of squash known to man, I’m moved on the other vegetables. Mostly these sprout buddies.
Roasting brussels in a bit of oil and a hefty pinch of salt is heaven on it’s own; but roasting them with coconut oil, balsamic and real maple syrup is the most divine combination of sweet, savory goodness. These may just convert sprout haters. Ya, I said it.
P.S. I think these would be stupendous tossed with some toasted walnuts and dried cranberries (or even roasted fresh ones) for a festive little side dish. Yum-o.
Snacking on roasted Brussels sprouts is totally normal and not at all weird, just to set the record straight. You may be a little stinky, but hey– you win some, you lose some.
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These sweet and salty sprouts make the perfect side dish!
Ingredients
- 1 lb Brussels sprouts, halved
- 2 tbsp coconut oil, melted
- 1 tbsp pure maple syrup
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- Pepper, to taste
- Optional: toss with 1/2 cup toasted walnuts and 1/3 cup dried cranberries after cooking for a festive side dish.
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375F.
- Slice off woody ends and slice sprouts in half. Place in a large bowl. Add the rest of the ingredients and toss to coat.
- Spread in an even layer cut-side down on a baking sheet.
- Bake for 25 minutes, stirring halfway through.
I love, love, love brussels sprouts, especially when they’re roasted! The maple balsamic glaze sounds fantastic!
Roasted is totally the best method, no?? YUM.
Making this tonight!!
Hope you loved ’em!
My favorite way to roast brussels is in balsamic! I don’t usually eat maple syrup (gives me a headache) but now I’m thinking honey-balsamic brussels would be bomb.
Mmmmmm you should for sure try it with honey! It’ll be all yummy and sweet either way 🙂
They ARE gorge!!! I’m thinking some crans or walnuts thrown in would make this mouthgasmic!
Crans and walnuts galore!!! SO perf for Thanksgiving.
I’ve been going squash crazy lately, so maybe it’s time to switch it up with some sprouts. Love the idea for the sweet-savory combo with the maple syrup.
Oh trust me, I’m still riding the squash train. They’re always on sale and I just can’t resist!
I just tried brussels <– pretty sure it's brussels lol, sprouts for the first time this year. I liked them, but I didn't roast them (used them in a recipe from Carrots N Cake) and I think I would like them better that way. I mean, add balsamic to anything and my ears perk up. Throw in maple and my eyes kind of bug out.
OMG–can’t believe you just tried them this year!! They’re definitely the best roasted. It brings out the best caramelized flavah flave!
I have yet to make my first Brussels sprouts of the season, but I really should, because I have basically been living off squash lately, and it’s time for a different roasted veggie! Love the idea of roasting them with maple and balsamic – yum!
I’m totally okay with living off squash!
Brussel sprouts are my fav! Definitely making these 🙂
Eeeeek let me know if you give them a try!
oooh i need to try this! never made my brussels sprouts sweet
You may never go back!!
Trust you to spark veggie cravings at the worst times.
Golden recipe.
MUHAHAHA. Sorry dude. Guess you have some roasting to do 🙂
Oh, yes. Totally need to do this with the rest of my brussels sprouts! I made them last night by steaming a few minutes then sauteeing in coconut oil, lemon juice, garlic & some other veggies. Turned out so good but I am now so curious about maple balsamic 🙂
Mmmmm the lemon juice addition sounds perfect!
YUM- love the sweet and savory component of this recipe…so much that I’ll even risk the post-nommage bloat that I occasionally face with Brussels sprouts!!
OMG–totally feel you on the bloating. I legit just ate half a head of roasted cauliflower and my stomach is protruding like a planet.
OMG. I’ll be honest – I’m still yet to find a fave healthy method of cooking brussel sprouts or whatever their name is LOL. So, I’m pinning and trying this, missy!
They take some experimenting and they ARE a bit stinky…but I’m obsessed with roasting them! Thanks for pinning 🙂
Brussels sounds so wrong doesn’t it? But man those are some sexy sprouts! I made them once with maple syrup and think I went a little overboard, a la Buddy the Elf. I need to give it another go!
These sprouts are most definitely bringing sexy back. You MUST give them another go!
I Loooooove brussels sprouts! LOOOOOVE brussels sprouts! Bring on the maple-balsamic!!
Brussels sprouts are the shizzzzzzz. For realz.
Oh yes! 😀 I love roasted Brussels sprouts, especially with a little maple syrup. These are making me hungry!
Other than cooking shows, food blogs are the WORST for stirring up hunger!
Too right! But I live for them, anyway 🙂
O.M.G. I cooked these for dinner, and they are crazy delicious! This recipe makes me want to stay up all night thinking of reasons why I should cook this every day! Delicious 🙂 Thank you for sharing! I also shared the recipe on my fb page, with a link to your recipe.
Yayyyy!! Brussels sprouts for life. Thanks so much for sharing on Facebook!
I just had to comment on this because Luke just pointed at one of the pictures and said, “I like that!” 🙂 He does love brussels sprouts. I’m gonna try to recipe in an attempt to convert Meghan!
These DELICIOUSLY accompanied the amazing skinny lasagna!
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I’m so glad to hear that! Thanks for reporting back, Kara!
I made these for me and my boys one day for lunch with some jasmine rice. They practically licked the plates! My 4-year-old actually did his plate (a little bit) 🙂
Mmmm love the thought of adding rice!
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I added green beans to the mix! While they didn’t look very pretty, they tasted great!
I love that addition, Erin! Thanks for sharing.
Mouth-watering delicious !!!!
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Thanks, gal!
Make these last night [071218] EALLY enjoyed the glazed flavor. I will up the Maple Syrup to at least 2 Tbsp [used 100% WI Maple Syrup and will up the Balsamic vinegar … personally I like a bit of a zing to the brussel sprouts. BTW … roasted these in our Holland Convection Grill = SUPER tasty.
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Delish!
Would this work as well if I blanch boiled the sprouts whole and roasted then whole I wonder? They sound heavenly!
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I wouldn’t blanch them, they wouldn’t crisp up as much. Slicing increases the surface area for browning and flavor 🙂 enjoy!