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Smashed Brussels Sprouts
Recipes
Smashed Brussels Sprouts
6 servings
40 minutes total

Ingredients

  • Nonstick aluminum foil
  • 5 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • 2 lb fresh Brussels sprouts
  • 1 lemon, for zest/juice
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
  • ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese

Steps

    1. Preheat oven to 425°F. Line baking sheet with foil, then drizzle with 3 tablespoons oil. Trim and discard tough root ends from sprouts. Place sprouts in microwave-safe bowl, cover, and microwave on HIGH 4–5 minutes just until tender. Drain well and pat dry.
    2. Meanwhile, zest lemon (2 teaspoons), then cut in half. Arrange sprouts on baking sheet, then press gently with flat-bottom measuring cup (or heavy pan) until about ¼ inch thick. Drizzle with remaining 2 tablespoons oil, then season with salt and pepper.
    3. Bake 10–12 minutes until beginning to brown, then remove from oven and sprinkle evenly with cheese. Bake 5–7 more minutes until cheese has crisped slightly and sprouts are crisp-tender. Place sprouts on serving dish; sprinkle with lemon zest and juice from one-half lemon (1 tablespoon). Serve.

    Chef's Tip: Need oven space? Follow recipe through step 1, then air-fry sprouts in single layer at 400°F for 6–8 minutes. Sprinkle with cheese and air-fry 1–2 more minutes until browned and cheese has crisped.

Air fryers vary; adjust time as needed.

If fruits and vegetables are part of this recipe, be sure to wash thoroughly.

Amount per ⅙ recipe serving: Calories 190, Total Fat 14g, Sat Fat 3g, Trans Fat 0g, Chol 5mg, Sodium 480mg, Total Carb 13g, Fiber 4g, Total Sugar 3g, (Incl. 0g Added Sugars), Protein 6g, Vitamin D 0%, Calc 10%, Iron 10%, Potassium 10%