Simple Smashed + Roasted Brussels Sprouts
Easy and delicious veggies that can be ready in under 30 minutes. You are going to want to give these a go any day of the week!
Ingredients
- 1 lb brussels sprouts stems trimmed, outer leaves removed
- 1 tbsp olive oil extra virgin
- 1/8 tsp kosher salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper fresh ground
- 1/8 tsp garlic powder
- 1/8 tsp paprika
- 1/8 tsp chili pepper
- 1 tbsp fresh cilantro chopped
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
Blanch Brussels Sprouts
- Preheat oven to 425℉.
- Set a medium bowl full of ice water in the sink.
- Meanwhile, bring a pot of water to a boil. Add brussels sprouts and boil for 10 minutes or until tender. Using a slotted spoon transfer brussels sprouts to the ice water bath in the sink. Let cool 1-2 minutes
- Transfer brussels sprouts to a rimmed baking sheet. Smash sprouts down using the bottom of a mason jar.
Roast Brussels Sprouts
- Drizzle olive oil over brussels sprouts. Sprinkle the salt, pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and chili powder over the sprouts and toss together.
- Roast in the oven for 10 minutes. Squeeze lemon juice over the sprouts and sprinkle with freshly chopped cilantro. Serve immediately.