Mary.Grace05
Novice Foodie
Hey everyone!
Today, I'm sharing one of my favorite recipes: Balsamic Glazed Brussels Sprouts. These little green gems are seriously addicting – trust me, even the pickiest eaters will love them! Just picture crispy Brussels sprouts roasted to perfection and drizzled with a sweet and tangy balsamic glaze. It's the perfect side dish for any meal! 




Ingredients
Roasted Brussels Sprouts
- 3 cups Brussels sprouts ends trimmed, yellow leaves removed
- 1 tablespoons olive oil
- ¼ teaspoon salt to taste
Nuts
- ½ cup pine nuts or use candied pecans or walnuts
Balsamic Glaze
- 1 cup balsamic vinegar
- ¼ cup honey or brown sugar
Instructions
How to roast Brussels Sprouts
- Preheat oven to 400 F. Line the baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Trim ends of Brussels sprouts and remove yellow leaves. Then, slice all Brussels sprouts in half.
- In a medium bowl, combine halved Brussels sprouts, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, salt (to taste), and toss to combine.
- Spread the Brussels sprouts on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet, cut side down, in a single layer, without overcrowding.
- Roast in the preheated oven at 400 F for about 20-25 minutes.
- During the last 5-10 minutes of roasting, turn them over for even browning, the cut sides should be nicely and partially charred but not blackened.
How to toast pine nuts
- Toast the pine nuts in the preheated oven at 350 F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Lightly toast the pine nuts in the preheated oven at 350 F for only 5 minutes.
- Watch the oven carefully - the nuts can burn quickly.
How to make balsamic glaze
- Combine the balsamic vinegar and honey (or brown sugar) in a pot and gently bring to boil.
- Reduce heat to simmer and cook down the balsamic vinegar for about 10 or 15 minutes until the mixture reduces by about half.
- Consistency should be thick enough to coat the back of the spoon but should not be overly thick.
Assembly
- To a large serving bowl, add roasted Brussels sprouts.
- Sprinkle with toasted nuts.
- Drizzle with the balsamic glaze.
- Below, under recipe notes, see 2 other simple alternatives to the balsamic glaze.