Simple Parmesan Brussel Sprouts

These easy parmesan brussel sprouts have just a few ingredients that are oven roasted to perfection, making it easy to get a vegetable side on the table!

Did you know that only 1 in 10 Americans eats enough fruits and vegetables?

Are you feeling confident that you are DEFINITELY not the one who does?

There are tons of strategies you can use to get more color on your plate and one of them is to find simple recipes that make it easy to do just that. These simple parmesan brussel sprouts only need a few ingredients and make it deliciously easy to get a veggie side dish on the table!

Simple Parmesan Brussel Sprouts

Why you’ll love this recipe:

This recipe has become a staple veggie side dish in my home and I think it will be one in yours too because it’s:

• Easy to make: aside from chopping, there are no special cooking skills required in this recipe!

• Nutritious: Brussel sprouts are rich in fiber, antioxidants, and other health promoting nutrients.

• Customizable: this recipe is delicious on its own or as a base for your favorite toppings or mix-ins. Add toasted nuts, some prosciutto, or other ingredients to dress this recipe up!

Count me in!

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What to eat with brussel sprouts:

Now that we have the veggie sorted out, let’s give you some inspiration on what to pair with brussel sprouts. Brussel sprouts are a very versatile vegetable that can be roasted for a side dish, shaved and incorporated into a salad or eggs, or boiled then roasted for a crispy vegetable chip-like bite!

Components of a balanced plate include a protein, a carbohydrate, and a colorful food. The Brussels sprouts check the box on the colorful food, so here are some proteins or carbohydrates that you can eat with brussesl sprouts:

• Proteins: Whether you are enjoying a backyard barbecue burger, some delicious thinly sliced chicken, or a beautiful steak, Brussels sprouts are a great vegetable side that can be made casually like this recipe or dressed up into a beautiful and colorful side.

• Salads: Shaved brussesl sprouts can be mixed into your favorite salad recipe for a fun crunch or you can build a salad around Brussel sprouts like this warm Brussels sprout Caesar salad or this shaved brussel sprout salad.

• Pastas: Shaved or roasted brussel sprouts are a nutritious addition to pasta salads themselves or you can serve roasted, air fried, or sautéed brussel sprouts on the side of a pasta salad for a colorful side dish.

  If you want a yummy pasta salad recipe, check out my zesty Italian pasta salad.

• Other Sides: Finally, brussel sprouts pair well with other side dishes. For carbs, I like to eat Brussel sprouts with rice, roasted potatoes, and fries. For other vegetables, try pairing your Brussels sprouts with roasted cauliflower, air fryer carrots, or even sautéed green beans.

Roasted brussel sprouts pair nicely with a variety of recipes from pastas to proteins to potatoes. Here are a few recipes I would recommend: 

Soy Salmon Nuggets

Italian Chicken Cutlets

Honey Soy Chicken

Tortellini Casserole

Parmesan & Dill Air Fryer Red Potatoes

Mediterranean Rice Pilaf

Hot Honey Chicken Drumsticks

Sundried Tomato Pesto Spaghetti Squash

Ingredients:

This recipe calls for a few simple ingredients including:

• Brussel Sprouts: Obviously. This recipe is for finely chopped brussels sprouts but you could use shaved brussel sprouts and decrease the cooking time by 5 minutes.

• Grated Parmesan: Grated will stick better to the vegetables but you could also use shredded parmesan or a mix of the two!

• Seasonings: garlic salt and some pepper

• Oil: I used avocado but you could use your preferred oil

The Process:

These brussels sprouts are really easy to make and just take a few steps to get them oven-ready. Here’s how to make them:

1. Wash your brussels sprouts and remove any leaves. Then, trim off the stems.

2. Finely chop your brussels sprouts using a knife OR a vegetable chopper. If you prefer shaved brussels sprouts, you can shave them or even buy pre-shaved brussels sprouts to make this recipe even easier. If you use shaved Brussels sprouts, decrease the cooking time slightly.

3. Add your brussels sprouts, oil and seasonings to a bowl then toss until the Brussels sprouts are coated in oil. Sprinkle on half of your parmesan (reserving the rest for topping) and toss again.

4. Add brussels sprouts to a pre-greased baking sheet and roast for 20 minutes, tossing occasionally. Then, sprinkle on the remaining parmesan cheese and roast for another 5-10 minutes or until the brussels sprouts are fork tender. Enjoy!

A note from Lauren: If you do not own a veggie chopper, it’s one of my favorite kitchen tools and I highly recommend it! It makes to so easy to chop ingredients like vegetables and potatoes while also chopping them to equal sizes which helps them cook more evenly! Here’s the vegetable chopper I use.

Recipe FAQ:

1. Can I use shredded brussel sprouts?

   1. Yes, you can! If you choose to shred the Brussels sprouts instead of chop them as the recipe is written, I would decrease the baking time by 5 to 10 minutes since shredded Brussels sprouts will cook quicker.

2. What if I don’t have those seasonings?

   1. The seasonings in this recipe are really simple and can be swapped out for ones you do have including: onion powder, garlic powder, minced garlic, regular salt, and even seasoned salt!

3. What is the best cooking oil to use?

   1. Since we are roasting these veggies in the oven at a higher temperature, I recommend using an oil like avocado oil which has a higher smoke point.

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Easy Parmesan Brussel Sprouts

Yield: 6

Author: Lauren Twigge

Prep time: 5 MinCook time: 30 MinTotal time: 35 Min

These easy parmesan brussel sprouts have just a few simple ingredients and are then roasted to perfection making them the perfect vegetable side dish.

Ingredients

• 5 cups brussel sprouts thinly sliced (with ends trimmed and discarded) *if buying whole Brussels sprouts, you will need 18-20.
• 2 tbsp avocado oil
• 1 tsp garlic salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 3/4 cup grated parmesan
• Optional: shredded parmesan for topping

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 415 degrees.
2. Wash then remove the ends and loose leaves from your brussel sprouts. Then thinly slice slice them using a knife or vegetable chopper.
3. In a large bowl, toss your brussels sprouts in your avocado oil.
4. Add your garlic salt, pepper, and 1/2 cup of your grated parmesan (reserving the other 1/4 for topping). Toss until the brussel sprouts are well-coated.
5. Place your brussel sprouts on a large, pre-greased baking sheet and roast for 20 minutes, tossing occasionally.
6. Remove your brussel sprouts, top with the remaining 1/4 cup parmesan, and roast for another 5-10 minutes or until fork tender. Serve warm and enjoy!

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Nutrition Facts

Calories

142

Fat

9 g

Carbs

7 g

Fiber

3 g

Sugar

2 g

Protein

9 g

Nutrition information has been approximated.

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