These Roast Brussel Sprouts are an amazing and delicious side dish that are the perfect side for so many different dishes. The brussel sprouts are simply dressed in olive oil with plenty of salt and pepper, before being roasted to a crisp perfection, then finished with lemon zest and fresh parsley.
FUN FACT: There is a Guinness World Record for most Brussels sprouts eaten in one minute! In 2008 a Swedish man named Linus Urbanec ate 31 brussel sprouts! 31 brussel sprouts in one minute!!!
Bet he didn’t roast them!
How to Roast Brussel Sprouts?
- Have a hot oven (450ºF/230ºC).
- Cut the brussels sprouts in half so all the layers crisp up.
- Dress with olive oil and plenty of salt and pepper.
- Spread them in a even layer on a sheet pan.
- Roast the brussels sprouts for 15-18 minutes.
What can you put on Roast Brussel Sprouts?
After you have try these roast brussel sprouts with lemon and parsley, there are so many different flavour combinations to try:
- Garlic oil and red pepper flakes
- Parmesan and oregano
- Basil pesto
- Crispy bacon and garlic oil
- honey and mustard
Don’t these roast brussel sprouts look delicious!
I know what you are thinking…..but brussels sprouts aren’t popular, so few people enjoy them.
I know I know, but roasted this underrated vegetable become sweet and smokey and miles away from the soggy boiled brussels of our youth!
We were all told as kids that we had to eat them because they were so healthy.
Are Brussel Sprouts really good for you?
Yes, Brussel sprouts are super good for you! They are high in Vitamin K, Vitamin C and Vitamin A, as well as beta carotene, folic acid, iron, magnesium and fiber.
Super super healthy!!!
Enjoy x
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Roast Brussel Sprouts with Lemon and Parsley
These Roast Brussel Sprouts are an amazing and delicious side dish that are the perfect side for so many different dishes. The brussel sprouts are simply dressed in olive oil with plenty of salt and pepper, before being roasted to a crisp perfection, then finished with lemon zest and fresh parsley.
Ingredients
You can change the measurement from US to metric at the bottom of this list
- 2 lb Brussels sprouts (the small ones are sweetest)
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 1 lemon
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 450ºF/230ºC.
- Cut the brussel sprouts in half and spread them out over a sheet pan.
- Toss the sprouts with the olive oil, salt and pepper.
- Spread the brussel sprouts in an even layer on a large sheet pan and then roast for 15 to 18 minutes.
- Whilst the sprouts are roasting zest the lemon and then and squeeze the juice from just half the lemon.
- Remove from the oven and sprinkle with the zest of the lemon.
- Sprinkle with the parsley and lemon juice just before serving.
Roast Brussel Sprouts with Lemon and Parsley Anecdote
(aka my recipe ramble for those who love the waffle)
I LOVE brussel sprouts! When we were kids we used to have competitions to see who could eat the most!
My kids are not so keen!!! But roasted either with lemon and parsley or with garlic oil they will eat a small portion. I am not going to lie…they are still not their favourite, but they will eat them this way.
It has taken me all afternoon to write this post!!! I think because I am sat watching re-runs of Midsommer Murder and drinking bloody marys. Which makes for a wonderful Sunday afternoon, but not a very productive one 😉
Got to love a good BBC whodunit and a classic cocktail. Since dinner is sorted as I have my BBQ Shredded Pork cooking in the slow cooker, I might go make another.
Cheers x
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msfturkiye says
Thank you so much dear! We loved this recipe and we are not even sprout lovers.
Claire McEwen says
Oh I am glad to hear that 😀
Chrissy says
How fabulous are these brussels?! These were a veggie I never really liked growing up by now I love them. Especially like this with lemon.
Claire McEwen says
I hear so many people say that Chrissy, I wonder what it is that stops them appealing to kids?
michele says
These Brussel sprouts were perfect for our dinner last night. Just the right texture and the roasted flavor even got my husband to eat them! Ive tried for years to have him eat them… I know I wont be making them any other way from now on!
Claire McEwen says
So happy you enjoyed them Michele, and that your hubby enjoyed them 😀
Alyssa says
BIG brussels sprouts fan – I’d have trouble sharing!
Claire McEwen says
Hehe, I think you might need to make a double batch 😉
Ali says
Thank you do much, this recipe was such a hit with the whole family. Even my kids ate a few.
Claire McEwen says
Oh I am happy to hear that Ali!
Emily says
I used to hate brussels sprouts but tried them again at Christmas and LOVE them, this recipe sounds delicious!
Claire McEwen says
If you haven’t tried them roasted yet, give them a go. They are soooooo good!!!
Linda @ With A Blast says
I am such a huge brussels sprouts lover and your recipe looks mouthwatering ! I am definitely also trying your honey and mustard suggestion 🙂
Claire McEwen says
I am so excited for how many sprout lovers there are 😀
I hope you try them, they are just delish roasted.
Brian Jones says
We love sprouts here in these parts, unfortunately so do the local hare… We have yet to harvest more than a handful, they leave all of the other winter crops but make a bee line for our kelbimbo, the very cool Hungarian name for them 😀
Love these, I’d go for honey and mustard as a topping as first choice!
Claire McEwen says
OH NO!!!! Hungarian Sprouts nappers!!!
Kelbimbo is the coolest name for them. I obviously have a fondness for the word Sprout, but I am thinking the Hungarian is so much better. Sprinkles and Kelbimbo …. ???????
Sara says
I can’t wait to try your recipe. Brussels sprouts are my favorite side dish!
Claire McEwen says
Oh yeah for brussel spout lovers 😀
I hope you enjoy them
Sarah says
We LOVE brussels over here! These look perfectly crispy and sound like they’ll be bursting with flavor! Absolutely can’t wait to make them!!!
Claire McEwen says
Thank you Sarah, roasting any veg seems to be the way to get my kids to eat them.
Plus guests always rave about them 😀
Sandi says
I absolutely love Brussels sprouts. I love the crispy sear you got on yours! They would be hard to resist!
Claire McEwen says
I am with you, sprouts are delish 😀
I always feel a bit shocked by how much people seem to dislike them!
Lane | With Two Spoons says
I LOVE brussels sprouts, and I’m always looking for new recipes to try to make my family love them. Roasting them is by far my favorite! Yummy!
Claire McEwen says
Roasted sprouts are just the best aren’t they?!