Roasted Brussels sprouts = the gateway veggie 😄🥬
Crispy edges, tender centers, zero bitterness when done right.
🥬 Perfect Roasted Brussels Sprouts
Ingredients
- 1 lb Brussels sprouts
- 2–3 tbsp olive oil
- Salt & black pepper
Optional upgrades (pick your vibe)
- Garlic powder or fresh garlic
- Balsamic vinegar or glaze
- Parmesan cheese
- Bacon bits
- Honey or maple syrup
- Red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Heat oven to 425°F (220°C) — hot is key.
- Trim ends, remove loose leaves, and halve sprouts (quarter if large).
- Toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Spread cut-side down on a baking sheet (don’t crowd).
- Roast 20–25 minutes, flipping once, until deeply golden and crispy.
- Finish with any extras (balsamic, cheese, etc.).
🔥 Pro tips
- Crowding = steaming (sad). Give them space.
- Cut-side down = max caramelization
- Those loose leaves? Let them roast—they turn into chips.
Flavor ideas
- Garlic Parmesan: toss with garlic, finish with parm
- Balsamic honey: drizzle after roasting
- Buffalo-style: toss with buffalo sauce + blue cheese
- Lemon + zest: bright and fresh
Want an air fryer version, sheet-pan meal, or holiday upgrade?
