Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Balsamic

Call me crazy but Brussels sprouts are my favorite vegetable! These roasted Brussels sprouts with balsamic reduction will make them your favorite as well!

Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Balsamic Reduction

Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Balsamic Reduction

Course side, Side Dish
Servings 3
Calories 110 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 16 oz Brussels sprouts
  • ¼ cup frozen pearl onions
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • 3 tbsp Parmesan cheese
  • ¼ cup balsamic reduction

Instructions
 

  • Trim Brussels Sprouts and cut in half lengthwise. Place sprouts, onions and oil in a saute pan over medium-high heat and cook until browned and tender, about 10 minutes.
  • Toss with salt, pepper and Parmesan cheese. Drizzle with balsamic reduction.
  • Serve immediately.
  • Hack: Frozen brussels sprouts can be used for this recipe. Add sprouts whole and frozen to the saute pan. Allow an additional 5-10 minutes of cooking time.
  • Hack: ¼ cup chopped fresh or frozen onion can be substituted for the frozen pearl onions.
  • Hack: Leftovers can be stored tightly covered in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or frozen for up to 3 months.
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Did you know?  Brussels sprouts are part of the cruciferous collection of vegetables that are associated with lowering the risk of some types of cancer.

Suggestion:  These would pair nicely with classic meatloaf!

Homemade Balsamic Reduction Glaze 

Balsamic reduction glaze can take a recipe up to the next level but it can be expensive!  Why dish out the $$$ when you can make your own in less than 30 minutes?

Balsamic Reduction Glaze 

Balsamic Reduction Glaze 

Course Salad Dressing
Servings 1 tbsp
Calories 42 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups good quality balsamic vinegar
  • ½ cup brown sugar (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Heat balsamic vinegar in a small pot or saucepan over medium heat.
  • If adding sugar, combine both into the pot and heat together.
  • Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to medium-low heat and let simmer, stirring occasionally,  until the vinegar thickens and is reduced by half (about 20 minutes*). It should be thick enough to coat the back of a spoon.
  • Remove from heat and allow to cool completely before serving (about 15 minutes).
  • *If simmering with sugar, it will take about 8-10 minutes to reduce.
  • Hack: Store your balsamic glaze in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks
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Click here to find out the health benefits of balsamic vinegar and what makes it stand apart from the others!

Try this balsamic reduction glaze on pan-roasted Brussels sprouts or Caprese salad!

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