Roasted Brussels Sprouts: The Ultimate Flavor-Packed Side Dish 🥦🔥
Crispy outside, tender inside, and actually crave-worthy.
⭐ The Ultimate Roasted Brussels Sprouts Recipe
Serves: 4 | Time: ~30 minutes
Ingredients
- 1½ lb (700 g) Brussels sprouts
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- ¾ tsp kosher salt
- ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
Optional flavor boosters (pick 1–3):
- 3 cloves garlic, smashed
- ½ tsp smoked paprika or chili flakes
- Zest of ½ lemon
- 2 tbsp balsamic glaze (after roasting)
- ¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan
- Crispy bacon bits or toasted nuts
🔥 Method (the secrets are in the details)
- Heat oven to 425°F / 220°C
High heat = crisp edges. - Prep properly
Trim ends, remove loose outer leaves, cut in half lengthwise. - Dry them well
Moisture = steaming. Pat dry. - Season generously
Toss with olive oil, salt, pepper (+ any dry spices). - Arrange cut-side DOWN
Single layer, plenty of space—don’t crowd the pan. - Roast 20–25 minutes
Don’t stir until the end. You want deep browning. - Finish strong
Add garlic or cheese in the last 5 minutes.
Finish with lemon zest or balsamic after roasting.
💡 Pro tips (restaurant-level results)
- Cast iron or dark sheet pan = better caramelization
- If sprouts are large, roast 25–30 min
- Burnt leaves are GOOD—those are flavor bombs
😋 Flavor combos that never fail
- Parmesan + lemon
- Balsamic + honey
- Garlic + chili flakes
- Bacon + maple syrup
- Tahini drizzle + sesame seeds
If you want, I can tailor this to:
- Air fryer
- Vegan / dairy-free
- Holiday table
- Spicy, Mediterranean, or Asian-style
Just say the vibe.
