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    Hummusapien » Recipes » Side Dishes » Peppered Brussels Sprouts with Toasted Coconut

    Peppered Brussels Sprouts with Toasted Coconut

    Published May 18, 2015 · Modified Sep 7, 2022 · by Alexis Joseph · 28 Comments

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    I don't know what force of nature provoked me to make you Brussels sprouts when it's a gosh darn OVEN outside.

    Peppered Brussels Sprouts with Toasted Coconut

    But I did and I'm so not sorry about it. In case you haven't noticed, Mother Nature decided to go straight from the chilly depths of winter to the serious sweat of summer in like t minus nine seconds. WHEN DID SKIPPING SEASONS BECOME A THING.

    I mean who gave her permission to skip spring? Ugh.

    Peppered Brussels Sprouts with Toasted Coconut

    So even though Brussels aren't in season, it doesn't really matter because apparently the master of the seasons is totally confused.

    And so am I. Because these sprouties taste like popcorn. I don't think that's normal.

    I shoved them in my face by the handful, too. Popcorn, I tell ya!!!!

    Peppered Brussels Sprouts with Toasted Coconut

    Prior to writing this post, I didn't think "peppered" was a real word (similar to me not thinking Brussels had an "s.") Oh the things you learn being a food blogger and eater.

    These sprouts give my maple balsamic roasted brussels sprouts a serious run for their money. Just sayin'.

    When it comes to recreating this recipe at home, I beg you to a) not sub another oil for coconut oil b) not skimp on the pepper c) not use any kind of coconut other than the thick flaked kind and d) not use broccoli or carrots or zucchini instead of brussels.

    Oh heavens no.

    True story: never have I ever used flaked coconut in a recipe. I know brussels and coconut sounds a bit odd together, but I pinky promise that they go together like peanut butter and jelly. Like hummus and hot sauce. Like pickles and corned beef.

    Peppered Brussels Sprouts with Toasted Coconut

    Maybe if you leave these bad boys outside for a minute or three they'll toasted by themselves, no oven required. This recipe just got SO much easier!!

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    Peppered Brussels Sprouts with Toasted Coconut

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    • Author: Alexis Joseph
    • Prep Time: 5 mins
    • Cook Time: 28 mins
    • Total Time: 33 mins
    • Yield: 4 1x
    • Category: Side Dish
    • Method: Oven
    • Cuisine: American
    • Diet: Vegan
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    Description

    The crispy peppered brussels sprouts with toasted coconut make the perfect healthy side dish.


    Ingredients

    Units Scale
    • 1 lb brussels sprouts, ends removed and sliced into thirds
    • 1 tbsp coconut oil, melted
    • ¼ tsp sea salt
    • Lots of freshly cracked black pepper
    • ⅓ cup unsweetened flaked coconut

    Instructions

    1. Preheat oven to 425F. Line a baking sheet with a silipat or parchment paper.
    2. Place sliced Brussels sprouts in a large bowl. Top with melted coconut oil, salt, and lots of pepper. Toss to combine. Do NOT add coconut yet!
    3. Spread onto a baking sheet, making sure they're in an even layer.
    4. Bake for 25 minutes, stirring halfway through. Then sprinkle sprouts with flaked coconut and return to the oven to bake for 3 more minutes.
    5. Remove promptly. The coconut should be browned, not burned. Enjoy hot!

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    About Alexis Joseph


    Oh HEY there! I'm Alexis Joseph, food writer, blogger, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN), new mama, and co-founder of local restaurant group, Alchemy. I use my passion for cooking and wellness as fuel to help others ignite a more freeing and happy relationship with food. Learn more about Alexis!

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    1. Ashley | StyleOnHigh says

      May 22, 2015 at 5:44 pm

      This is such an unexpected combo to me but it looks and sounds AMAZING!

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        May 27, 2015 at 7:05 pm

        I know it sounds strange but I swear you'll love it!!

        Reply
    2. Ashley | StyleOnHigh says

      May 22, 2015 at 5:44 pm

      This is such an unexpected combo to me but it looks and sounds AMAZING!

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        May 27, 2015 at 7:05 pm

        I know it sounds strange but I swear you'll love it!!

        Reply
    3. Erin @ The Spiffy Cookie says

      May 19, 2015 at 2:28 pm

      I adore roasted brussels! Gotta try this with coconut but must remember to buy some unsweetened as all I have i the sweet version. That might be a bad combo.

      Reply
    4. Erin @ The Spiffy Cookie says

      May 19, 2015 at 2:28 pm

      I adore roasted brussels! Gotta try this with coconut but must remember to buy some unsweetened as all I have i the sweet version. That might be a bad combo.

      Reply
    5. Valentina @Hortus says

      May 19, 2015 at 7:16 am

      Ahah, you are so right! Even here where I am (Italy) it turned hot all of a sudden (hey, no complaning here)! There's no way I can get brussels sprouts now but I'm pinning this for the fall! 😀 This recipe is way too interesting!

      Reply
    6. Valentina @Hortus says

      May 19, 2015 at 7:16 am

      Ahah, you are so right! Even here where I am (Italy) it turned hot all of a sudden (hey, no complaning here)! There's no way I can get brussels sprouts now but I'm pinning this for the fall! 😀 This recipe is way too interesting!

      Reply
    7. Sarah @ Making Thyme for Health says

      May 18, 2015 at 11:47 pm

      The weather is so screwy right now! It might be hot by you but it feels like winter here right now. And our winter was warm. I can't make sense of it.

      But I would love a warm bowl of peppered popcorn, I mean brussel sprouts with coconut. 😉 Such a unique flavor combo- it sounds freakin' amazing!

      Reply
    8. Sarah @ Making Thyme for Health says

      May 18, 2015 at 11:47 pm

      The weather is so screwy right now! It might be hot by you but it feels like winter here right now. And our winter was warm. I can't make sense of it.

      But I would love a warm bowl of peppered popcorn, I mean brussel sprouts with coconut. 😉 Such a unique flavor combo- it sounds freakin' amazing!

      Reply
    9. Hannah @ CleanEatingVeggieGirl says

      May 18, 2015 at 2:24 pm

      PINNED! Brussel sprouts are definitely one of my favorite veggies EVER!

      Reply
    10. Hannah @ CleanEatingVeggieGirl says

      May 18, 2015 at 2:24 pm

      PINNED! Brussel sprouts are definitely one of my favorite veggies EVER!

      Reply
    11. Julia says

      May 18, 2015 at 11:28 am

      Sounds like you guys got our winter and we got your spring! It's been rainy central over here, which I've just loved. Hope you all stay cool over there - when in doubt: mimosas. Popcorn tasting bruseels sprouts?!!! I must try! I could easily see this becoming a go-to for my brussels loving soul 😀

      Reply
    12. Julia says

      May 18, 2015 at 11:28 am

      Sounds like you guys got our winter and we got your spring! It's been rainy central over here, which I've just loved. Hope you all stay cool over there - when in doubt: mimosas. Popcorn tasting bruseels sprouts?!!! I must try! I could easily see this becoming a go-to for my brussels loving soul 😀

      Reply
    13. Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      May 18, 2015 at 11:19 am

      This sounds so bomb! I never eat anything in season, hahaha! Brussels in summer, watermelon in winter, it's all good 😉

      Reply
    14. Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

      May 18, 2015 at 11:19 am

      This sounds so bomb! I never eat anything in season, hahaha! Brussels in summer, watermelon in winter, it's all good 😉

      Reply
    15. Kirby says

      May 18, 2015 at 9:35 am

      By some miracle, I have all of these ingredients (rarely happens that my college pantry lines up with a recipe)! I am so gonna make a batch of these + use for lunches all week 🙂

      Reply
    16. Kirby says

      May 18, 2015 at 9:35 am

      By some miracle, I have all of these ingredients (rarely happens that my college pantry lines up with a recipe)! I am so gonna make a batch of these + use for lunches all week 🙂

      Reply
    17. Arman @ thebigmansworld says

      May 18, 2015 at 9:30 am

      YAY. Thank goodness the damn sun played nice.

      No more ovens. Until tomorrow. Save me some.

      Reply
    18. Arman @ thebigmansworld says

      May 18, 2015 at 9:30 am

      YAY. Thank goodness the damn sun played nice.

      No more ovens. Until tomorrow. Save me some.

      Reply
    19. athletic avocado says

      May 18, 2015 at 9:02 am

      brussel sprouts and coconut sound great together! great idea 🙂

      Reply
    20. athletic avocado says

      May 18, 2015 at 9:02 am

      brussel sprouts and coconut sound great together! great idea 🙂

      Reply
    21. Erin @ The Almond Eater says

      May 18, 2015 at 7:40 am

      I still turn the oven on in the summertime...whoops! I need roasted everything!! Especially these sprouts. Sprouts+coconut sounds like perfection.

      Reply
    22. Erin @ The Almond Eater says

      May 18, 2015 at 7:40 am

      I still turn the oven on in the summertime...whoops! I need roasted everything!! Especially these sprouts. Sprouts+coconut sounds like perfection.

      Reply
    23. Lauren says

      May 18, 2015 at 7:20 am

      Autumn is in full swing down under so roasted brussels are very appealing right now. Brussels that taste like popcorn? I am game!

      Reply
    24. Lauren says

      May 18, 2015 at 7:20 am

      Autumn is in full swing down under so roasted brussels are very appealing right now. Brussels that taste like popcorn? I am game!

      Reply
    25. Colleen Welsch says

      May 18, 2015 at 7:15 am

      I like pepper, brussel sprouts, and coconut separately - so why the heck not?!

      Reply
    26. Colleen Welsch says

      May 18, 2015 at 7:15 am

      I like pepper, brussel sprouts, and coconut separately - so why the heck not?!

      Reply

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