Easy Maple Balsamic Brussel Sprouts Recipe
This Easy Maple Balsamic Brussels Sprouts recipe features crispy roasted Brussels sprouts tossed in a sweet and tangy balsamic glaze made with maple syrup and soy sauce. A perfect side dish that’s both flavorful and simple to prepare, ideal for weeknights or holiday meals.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Brussels Sprouts
- 1 lb Brussels sprouts, halved
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Balsamic Glaze
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F to prepare for roasting the Brussels sprouts to a perfect golden brown crispiness.
- Prepare Brussels Sprouts: Halve the Brussels sprouts and spread them evenly on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and toss to coat thoroughly. Season with garlic powder, kosher salt, and black pepper to enhance the flavor.
- Roast Brussels Sprouts: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast for 15-20 minutes, until the Brussels sprouts are crispy on the outside and tender inside with a beautiful golden brown color.
- Make Balsamic Glaze: While the Brussels sprouts are roasting, combine balsamic vinegar, maple syrup, and soy sauce in a small saucepan over medium heat.
- Simmer Glaze: Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, whisking frequently to blend the ingredients smoothly.
- Reduce Glaze: Continue simmering until the glaze thickens and reduces by half, becoming syrupy and able to coat the back of a spoon.
- Toss Brussels Sprouts with Glaze: Once roasted, transfer the Brussels sprouts to a large mixing bowl. Pour the warm balsamic glaze over them, tossing gently to ensure each sprout is evenly coated in the sweet, tangy sauce.
- Serve: Serve the glazed Brussels sprouts immediately as a delicious side dish that complements a variety of main courses.
Notes
- You can substitute soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos to make this gluten-free.
- For extra crispiness, use a convection oven if available.
- Adjust the amount of maple syrup to suit your preferred sweetness level.
- If you like a bit of heat, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the glazing sauce.
Keywords: Brussels sprouts, roasted Brussels sprouts, balsamic glaze, maple syrup, easy side dish, healthy vegetables
