Description
Easy Maple Roasted Brussels Sprouts are a delicious side dish featuring tender Brussels sprouts caramelized with maple syrup and olive oil. This recipe delivers a perfect balance of crispy edges and tender insides with a hint of sweetness and spice, ideal for cozy weeknight dinners or festive occasions.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb fresh Brussels Sprouts, trimmed and cut in half lengthwise
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- Pinch red pepper flakes (optional)
Optional for Serving
- Freshly squeezed lemon juice
- Freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400° F (200° C) to ensure it’s hot enough for roasting the Brussels sprouts to a crispy finish.
- Prepare Brussels Sprouts: Place the trimmed and halved Brussels sprouts directly on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and maple syrup, then sprinkle with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Toss gently to combine all ingredients and coat evenly.
- Arrange for Crispiness: For best results, place the Brussels sprouts cut-side down in a single, even layer. This helps to develop a nice caramelized, crispy texture on the cut edges.
- Roast: Roast in the oven for 25 minutes, or until the cut sides are very brown and some leaves are crispy. Keep an eye on them near the end to prevent burning, as cooking times may vary depending on sprout size.
- Finish and Serve: Remove from the oven and optionally squeeze fresh lemon juice over the sprouts and sprinkle them with freshly grated Parmesan. Serve immediately and enjoy your flavorful roasted Brussels sprouts.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, make sure the Brussels sprouts are in a single layer and not overcrowded on the baking sheet.
- Adjust maple syrup according to your preferred sweetness level; less for subtle sweetness, more for pronounced caramelization.
- Red pepper flakes are optional and can be omitted if you prefer no heat.
- Fresh lemon juice and Parmesan add brightness and richness but are completely optional based on dietary preferences.
- This recipe pairs well with roasted meats, vegan mains, or holiday dinners.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 140 kcal
- Sugar: 9 g
- Sodium: 472 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 17 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
