Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Salted Honey
Discover the mouthwatering delight of Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Salted Honey, a side dish that beautifully balances sweet and savory flavors, making it an irresistible addition to any meal. Perfectly roasted to achieve that sought-after crispiness, these Brussels sprouts are drizzled with a luscious honey glaze infused with a hint of orange zest and crushed red pepper flakes for a touch of heat. Topped with crumbled goat cheese and vibrant pomegranate arils, this dish is not only delicious but also visually stunning.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound Brussels sprouts, halved
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup honey
- 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons salted butter
- 1 teaspoon fresh orange zest
- 1 cup pomegranate arils
- Optional: Turkey bacon or crumbled goat cheese
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Toss halved Brussels sprouts with olive oil, salt, and pepper on a baking sheet.
- If desired, sprinkle chopped turkey bacon around the sprouts.
- Roast for about 20 to 25 minutes until golden brown.
- In a small saucepan, combine honey and crushed red pepper flakes; bring to a boil for one minute.
- Stir in apple cider vinegar, butter, orange zest, and salt.
- Drizzle the honey glaze over roasted sprouts and top with goat cheese and pomegranate arils before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 215
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 5mg