Smashed Brussel Sprouts
Smashed Brussel Sprouts are such a delicious and easy side dish. You will love this flavorful take on Brussels!
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 136kcal
Ingredients
- 1 pound Brussels sprouts washed and trimmed
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt (if using table salt, start with half)
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- dash freshly ground black pepper
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add the Brussels sprouts and boil for 8 to 10 minutes or until soft. While they are boiling, fill a large bowl with water and ice. At the end of the cooking time, using a metal sieve, transfer the sprouts to the ice bath to stop them from cooking for 3 to 5 minutes.1 pound Brussels sprouts
- Preheat your oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Drain the sprouts very well. Put the Brussels sprouts on a paper towel and then pat very dry with a second paper towel. Transfer to a bowl. Toss with olive oil, salt, red pepper flakes, and black pepper. Then toss in the Parmesan cheese and lemon juice.2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes, dash freshly ground black pepper, 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese, 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Place the sprouts on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer and very gently press down with the bottom of a drinking glass. It helps to move the glass back and forth as you gently apply pressure down. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes.
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Nutrition
Calories: 136kcal | Carbohydrates: 11g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 4mg | Sodium: 712mg | Potassium: 453mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 941IU | Vitamin C: 98mg | Calcium: 123mg | Iron: 2mg