Description
Zesty “Sweet and Tangy Brussels Sprouts with Cranberry-Orange Glaze” delivers a festive flavor explosion that elevates simple vegetables into a culinary masterpiece. Crisp brussels sprouts kissed with bright cranberry and citrus notes will make you crave this irresistible side dish at every gathering.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 lb (454 g) Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
- 1/2 cup (75 g) fresh cranberries
Glaze Ingredients:
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) fresh orange juice
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) honey
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
Cooking and Garnish Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) olive oil
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup (30 g) chopped pecans (optional)
Instructions
- Arrange the Brussels sprouts in halves, evenly distributed on a robust baking sheet to ensure maximum caramelization.
- Massage the olive oil into the vegetables, creating a uniform coating that will promote crispy edges and rich flavor development.
- Generously season with salt and freshly cracked pepper, spreading the seasoning to guarantee each sprout receives optimal flavor enhancement.
- Slide the baking sheet into a preheated oven, allowing the high temperature to transform the vegetables into golden, crispy delicacies.
- Midway through roasting, gently rotate the Brussels sprouts to ensure even browning and prevent potential burning.
- While the sprouts are transforming, craft the vibrant glaze by combining cranberries, zesty orange juice, amber honey, and tangy balsamic vinegar in a compact saucepan.
- Simmer the glaze ingredients, watching as the cranberries burst and the mixture reduces into a luxurious, glossy consistency.
- Extract the roasted Brussels sprouts from the oven, their edges beautifully caramelized and slightly crisp.
- Lavishly drizzle the warm cranberry-orange glaze over the sprouts, meticulously coating each piece to ensure maximum flavor absorption.
- For an optional textural contrast, sprinkle fragrant, crunchy pecans across the glazed vegetables.
- Serve immediately, presenting a harmonious blend of sweet, tangy, and robust flavors.
Notes
- Ensure Brussels sprouts are evenly sized for consistent roasting and golden-brown caramelization.
- Pat Brussels sprouts dry before roasting to achieve maximum crispiness and prevent steaming.
- For a low-carb version, replace honey with a sugar-free sweetener like monk fruit or stevia.
- Toasting pecans briefly in a dry skillet before adding enhances their nutty flavor and adds extra crunch to the dish.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 165
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 20 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg