Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Pomegranate
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Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Pomegranate
Description
Brussels sprouts are trimmed, halved, and tossed with olive oil, salt, and pepper before roasting at 400°F until crisp-tender and lightly caramelized. The roasting process enhances their natural sweetness and softens the interior while maintaining some texture. Meanwhile, a glaze is prepared by gently reducing pomegranate juice, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, and maple syrup until thickened, concentrating the flavors into a bright, tart glaze.
Once roasted, the sprouts are combined with fresh pomegranate arils which add bursts of juicy freshness and vibrant color. Drizzling with the warm pomegranate glaze ties the flavors together, balancing the vegetable's earthiness with the glaze’s sweetness and acidity.
This side dish complements roasted meats or grain bowls and adds a festive touch to meals. The recipe uses simple pantry ingredients alongside fresh Brussels sprouts and pomegranate for a distinctive flavor contrast and appealing presentation.
Ingredients
- 1-1/2 pounds Brussels sprouts trimmed and halved, fresh
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- kosher salt
- black pepper
- 1 cup pomegranate juice
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1/2 cup pomegranate arils (seeds
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with foil.
- Toss Brussels sprouts with olive oil and season with a few pinches of salt and pepper. Roast for 30-40 minutes, until crisp-tender and lightly caramelized in areas. Shake the pan occasionally to help them roast evenly.
- While the Brussels sprouts are roasting, combine pomegranate juice, vinegar, mustard, and maple syrup in a small pot. Season with 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
- Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer, stirring occasionally, until liquid is reduced to 1/3 to 1/4 cup, about 15-20 minutes. Keep warm.
- Transfer roasted Brussels sprouts to a serving dish and toss with pomegranate arils. Drizzle with the warm pomegranate glaze, to taste, and serve.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 145 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 145kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 18g | 6% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 89mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 544mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 9g | 18% |
| Vitamin A | 855IU | 17% |
| Vitamin C | 96.4mg | 107% |
| Calcium | 59mg | 6% |
| Iron | 1.7mg | 9% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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