Description
Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Lemon brings zesty flavor to your dinner table, turning those little green gems into crispy, tangy perfection that makes vegetable skeptics change their minds fast.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound Brussels sprouts
Supporting Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
Seasoning:
- 1 lemon zest
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Heat your oven to precisely 400°F (200°C) and cover a large baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- Cut 1 pound of Brussels sprouts in half, ensuring each piece is clean and trimmed of any discolored outer leaves.
- Pour 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil over the halved sprouts in a mixing bowl and season with salt and pepper, tossing until each sprout glistens evenly.
- Arrange the seasoned sprouts cut-side down on the prepared baking sheet, creating a single layer without overcrowding to help them caramelize perfectly.
- Slide the baking sheet into the hot oven and roast for exactly 20-25 minutes, rotating the pan midway to ensure uniform browning and crisp edges.
- After removing the sprouts, immediately zest 1 whole lemon directly over the hot vegetables to release its fragrant oils.
- Squeeze 2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice across the roasted sprouts, allowing the bright citrus to mingle with the caramelized edges.
- Transfer the sprouts to a serving platter while they’re piping hot, ensuring your guests experience maximum flavor and texture.
Notes
- Check Brussels sprouts for any yellowed or damaged leaves before preparing, and trim the stem ends for more even cooking.
- Use a hot oven and spread sprouts in a single layer to ensure they roast and caramelize instead of steaming.
- For extra crispiness, pat the Brussels sprouts completely dry with paper towels before tossing with oil to remove surface moisture.
- Customize the flavor by adding minced garlic, red pepper flakes, or grated Parmesan cheese during the last 5 minutes of roasting for a quick flavor boost.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
- Category: Roasted
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg