Description
Crispy Roasted Brussels Sprouts that Will Wow Your Tastebuds!
Ingredients
- 1½ lb Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- ⅓ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest (optional)
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- Trim the tough stem ends, remove any damaged outer leaves, and cut each sprout in half lengthwise. Pat them dry thoroughly.
- In a large bowl, toss the Brussels sprouts with olive oil, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and red pepper flakes, if using.
- Spread the sprouts in a single layer with the cut sides facing down. Leave space between them to help them crisp up.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes, without disturbing them too much, until the cut sides are deeply golden and the outer leaves are crispy. Smaller sprouts may cook faster.
- Sprinkle the grated Parmesan over the sprouts during the final 3–5 minutes of roasting. Return the pan to the oven until the cheese melts and becomes lightly golden.
- Remove from the oven and drizzle with lemon juice. Add lemon zest and chopped parsley, if desired.
- Transfer to a serving dish and enjoy while the sprouts are hot and crispy.
Notes
- Keep them dry: Moisture is the enemy of crispiness, so dry the sprouts thoroughly before seasoning.
- Roast cut-side down: Direct contact with the hot pan helps create a beautifully caramelized surface.
- Don’t overcrowd the pan: Use two baking sheets if necessary.
- Use freshly grated Parmesan: It melts and browns better than many pre-shredded varieties.
- For extra flavor: Drizzle with 1 teaspoon of balsamic glaze or honey just before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 5mg