Crispy brussels sprouts with tahini sauce and almonds
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5.0
6 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Cook Time
5 mins
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Total Time
35 mins
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Servings
4 (as a smallish side, or 2 to 3 if they're more the star attraction!)
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Calories
318 kcal
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Course
Side Dish
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Cuisine
Mediterranean
Crispy brussels sprouts with tahini sauce and almonds
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These fancy roasted brussels sprouts can turn anyone into a brussels sprouts lover! But don't worry - they aren't difficult to make. Simply roast brussels sprouts in a little olive oil, then drizzle with the most delicious and simple tahini sauce and lightly toasted almonds. Absolutely delicious served with your choice of protein on the side!
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Ingredients
For the roasted brussels sprouts
- 1 pound Brussels sprouts
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- salt & pepper to taste
For the tahini sauce/dressing (see more information in this post)
- ⅓ cup Tahini
- 6 tablespoons lemon juice (about ⅙ of a cup or the juice of 1 large lemon, or 2 small lemons) lime juice works well too
- 5-6 tablespoons cold water
- 1 small garlic clove crushed
- 1 large pinch cumin (optional but recommended)
- 1 large pinch salt
To serve
- ¼ cup flaked almonds
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Instructions
For the brussels sprouts
- Pre-heat the oven to 390F/200C.
- Wash the brussels sprouts and remove any battered or dirty looking outer leaves. Slice the narrow end off and slice in two lengthwise.
- Scatter over a large baking tray in one layer, then drizzle with the olive oil. Include any leaves that have fallen off! Grind over salt and pepper to taste.
- Roast for around 25 to 35 minutes until the brussels are golden brown and crispy. Toss once or twice during cooking. Keep a close eye on them towards the end of the cooking time so that they don't burn.
- Tip onto a serving platter or into a bowl and serve as soon as you can as described below.
For the tahini sauce and almonds
- Meanwhile, whisk the lemon juice into the tahini in a small bowl or jug (I use a small whisk or a tea spoon).
- Slowly whisk in the water until you have a smooth paste that's a little thinner than mayonnaise.
- Whisk in the crushed garlic, cumin (if using) and salt. Set aside.
- Heat the flaked almonds in a small frying pan for a few minutes. Shake regularly until they are golden brown. Keep a close eye on them as they burn quite easily!
- Drizzle the tahini sauce generously over the crispy brussels sprouts. Scatter with the toasted almonds and serve.
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Notes
- I find 30 minutes to be about right, but check from 25 minutes as exact cooking time can depend on your particular oven as with most things.
- The most important thing is to keep an eye on them towards the end of the cooking time. They should be golden brown and crispy in parts, but not burnt!
- How crispy will your brussels be? Well, not crispy like triple cooked chips/fries, but the they will be lightly crispy in parts, especially if you have plenty of leaves that have fallen off onto the baking tray!
- These roasted brussels sprouts are best served straight from the oven so that they keep as much crisp as possible. Yum!
- They are delicious served with any kind of protein e.g. grilled or roasted meat or fish, or a vegetarian option.
- I would even serve them as part of special meal such as a Thanksgiving or Christmas roast dinner.
- They are also wonderful served as part of a 'sharing table' including other dishes such as chicken wings, Greek potatoes or spinach and feta filo pie (keeping to the Mediterranean theme here, but of course you don't have to!).
- You may have some tahini sauce left over. If so, it will keep in the fridge for up to a week. Use it to drizzle over salads and falafel during the week. It's much healthier and more delicious than mayonnaise!
- If you'd like more information about tahini and the tahini sauce in this post, take a look at this post!
Nutrition Information
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Calories
318kcal
(16%)
Carbohydrates
18g
(6%)
Protein
9g
(18%)
Fat
26g
(40%)
Saturated Fat
3g
(15%)
Sodium
47mg
(2%)
Potassium
619mg
(18%)
Fiber
6g
(24%)
Sugar
3g
(6%)
Vitamin A
868IU
(17%)
Vitamin C
106mg
(118%)
Calcium
99mg
(10%)
Iron
3mg
(17%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4(as a smallish side, or 2 to 3 if they're more the star attraction!)
Amount Per Serving
Calories 318 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 318kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 18g | 6% |
| Protein | 9g | 18% |
| Fat | 26g | 40% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Sodium | 47mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 619mg | 13% |
| Fiber | 6g | 24% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 868IU | 17% |
| Vitamin C | 106mg | 118% |
| Calcium | 99mg | 10% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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5.0
6 reviews
Excellent
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