If you looking for a great side with wonderful taste and nutrition, try caramelized Brussels sprouts. Brussels sprouts are rich in many valuable nutrients. They are an excellent source of vitamin C and vitamin K. They are a very good source of numerous nutrients including folate, manganese, vitamin B6, dietary fiber, choline, copper, vitamin B1, potassium, phosphorus and omega-3 fatty acids. Add the rich taste from caramelized sprouts and you have a winner. This dish has won over many Brussels Sprout haters.

Many chefs caramelize the sprouts in a pan on the stove and use butter. It is certainly delicious prepared in this classic way. As I’ve mentioned before, I have been roasting most vegetables for the last 10 years for great flavor with lower fat. Today’s recipe uses extra virgin olive oil and brown sugar to caramelize the sprouts while roasting. This dish goes well with fish, meat, chicken, and even other veggies on a vegetable plate. It’s extremely versatile.

Caramelized Brussels Sprouts
Use organic when available. Serves 8 as side dish
Caramelized Brussels Sprouts
Ingredients
- 2 lbs fresh, firm Brussels sprouts
- 1 large onion
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- optional garnish chopped toasted nuts or dried cranberries
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400˚F
- Line a baking dish or roasting pan with foil
- Trim, wash, and halve Brussels sprouts
- Cut onion into thin wedges
- Combine onion and Brussels sprouts in the prepared dish
- Add olive oil, brown sugar, salt and pepper and toss to coat
- Roast, stirring every 10 minutes, for about 30 to 40 minutes
- Remove when the Brussels sprouts begin to caramelize and turn golden brown
- Garnish with dried cranberries or nuts if desired
Enjoy!

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I have always been a fan of Brussel sprouts! This recipe looks like it is very tasty! I have pinned this recipe, so I have it saved to make later! Thank you for sharing! 🙂
I think you’ll like it. Thanks for the pin and comment!
Mmm. These look delicious. I am already a massive fan of brussels and hope this recipe will change the opinion of the rest of the family! Have pinned to try at the weekend thank you #MMBC
We love Brussels Sprouts and have a good stovetop recipe … pan roasting (I chop them up) with garlic and finish with a splash of balsamic dressing. This one sounds delicious too.
…brussels sprouts are one of those things that I have never enjoyed.
DH and I grew these one year and even then I still couldn’t get to eating them.
This looks like I just might want to give brussel sprouts a try again!
I’ve got my fingers crossed!
I love how cooking this way brings out new flavors in vegetables. Looks
delicious. Thanks for sharing at Home Sweet Home!
YUM! I’ve been craving brussel sprouts (crazy, I know) and this is perfect! I might add some crispy bacon pieces to it, for extra measure 😉 Thanks for sharing this recipe at our Encouraging Hearts & HOme blog hop this week!
I love caramelized Brussel sprouts! Thanks for sharing with SYC.
hugs,
Jann
I love brussel sprouts and these look amazing! I’d love to have you share at our What’s for Dinner Party!
http://www.lazygastronome.com/whats-dinner-sunday-link-132/#more-6926
Thanks for invite. I was already planning to come party with you. See u there!
I’m so glad you joined us – and shared some of your other amazing foods!
I’ve just started eating brussel sprouts in the last few years and now I love them. This recipe looks so good! Thank you for sharing with Party in your PJ’s. I pinned and shared.
I love brussel sprouts and this dish looks amazing. I hope you stop by Thursday Favorite Things since you are being featured.
Hugs,
Bev
Wow, thanks Bev. I appreciate the feature and yes I’ll be there.
Carol that looks like such a delicious recipe. By caramelizing it you add so much more flavor than if it was just with the olive oil.
I`m not a big fan of brussels sprouts, but I have to admit this looks super delicious!