Description
Crispy roasted Brussels sprouts tossed in a sweet-tangy balsamic-maple glaze, finished with tart dried cranberries and toasted pecans for a festive, crunchy side dish.
Ingredients
- Brussels sprouts, 1 1/2 pounds, trimmed and halved
- Olive oil, 3 tablespoons
- Balsamic vinegar, 2 tablespoons
- Maple syrup, 1 tablespoon
- Salt, 1 teaspoon
- Black pepper, 1/2 teaspoon
- Dried cranberries, 1/2 cup
- Pecans, 1/2 cup, toasted
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F 200°C and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine olive oil, balsamic vinegar, maple syrup, salt, and black pepper, whisking until blended.
- Add the halved Brussels sprouts to the bowl and toss thoroughly to coat each piece in the glaze.
- Spread the sprouts cut side down in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet to ensure even roasting and crisp edges.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, checking at the halfway point and tossing once for even browning, until edges are golden and centers are tender.
- While the sprouts roast, lightly toast the pecans in a dry skillet over medium heat for 3 to 4 minutes until fragrant, then set aside to cool.
- Remove the baking sheet from the oven and transfer roasted sprouts to a serving bowl, then stir in the dried cranberries and toasted pecans.
- If desired, drizzle a little extra balsamic vinegar or balsamic reduction over the finished dish before serving. Serve warm.
Notes
- Do not overcrowd the baking sheet, roast in batches or use two sheets to ensure crisping.
- Pat Brussels sprouts dry after trimming to maximize browning.
- Add cranberries after roasting to preserve their chewy texture.
- Toast nuts just until fragrant, watch closely to avoid burning.
- To make a balsamic glaze, simmer 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar in a small saucepan until reduced by half and slightly syrupy.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: about 1 cup
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 220 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 16 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: brussels sprouts, balsamic, cranberries, pecans, roasted vegetables, holiday side, maple, easy side dish