Balsamic Grilled Brussel Sprouts
Balsamic Grilled Brussel Sprouts recipe creates a delicious no hassle side dish. Great for weeknight dinners or grilling out on the weekends. With savory spices and balsamic glaze, this veggie recipe is a favorite with Brussel sprout lovers.
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Have you ever noticed that there are certain fruits and veggies that make you feel amazing after you eat them?
Not so amazing that you could lift a car off of train tracks, but just an overall feeling of well being.
For me personally, after I eat sweet potatoes, blueberries and Brussel sprouts I just feel so good.
However, for many Brussel sprouts are a struggle to eat because they can be bitter and let’s face it, kind of smelly.
Keep reading for tips and tricks that will hopefully make a Brussel Sprouts lover out of you too.
Brussel Sprouts For Grilling
For the best tasting Grilled Brussel Sprouts make sure to choose young, smaller sprouts that are bright green. If they are turning yellow that is a sign of age and will tend to be much more bitter. Also, Brussel sprouts should be on the firmer side and heavy for their size.
Grilled Brussel Sprouts Without Skewers
You know those videos you see of perfectly grilled Brussel sprouts on skewers that look absolutely tempting and so easy to make? Well…they lied!
Have you ever tried to skewer a Brussel sprout? They are extremely challenging to skewer without causing bodily harm to yourself. Even when cut in half, trying to thread Brussels sprouts onto skewers is like trying to wrestle a hyena. You won’t come out ahead.
Do yourself a favor and just skip the skewers altogether.
Grilled Brussel Sprouts With Balsamic
One of the best ways to make eating Grilled Brussel Sprouts even more enticing is to drizzle a little Homemade Balsamic Glaze over them with a sprinkling of feta crumbles. The Balsamic Glaze adds a rich sweetness while the feta adds a creaminess.
How To Grill Brussel Sprouts
Grilled Brussel Sprouts on the Stove Top
To make Grilled Brussel Sprouts on the stove top it is easiest to use a Cast Iron Grill Pan and follow these steps listed below.
- Wash Brussel sprouts, remove outer layers, trim stock and cut larger sprouts in half.
- Whisk seasonings into oil and toss with Brussel sprouts.
- Preheat grill pan over med/high heat until just beginning to smoke.
- Add Brussel sprouts to grill pan and grill 3-4 minutes per side.
- Remove from pan and let cool for 5 mins. Drizzle with Balsamic Glaze and sprinkle with feta.
Brussel Sprouts on the BBQ
- Preheat outdoor grill with BBQ Grill Basket to 400℉.
- Wash Brussel sprouts, remove outer layers, trim stock and cut larger sprouts in half.
- Whisk seasonings into oil and toss with Brussel sprouts.
- Add prepared Brussel Sprouts to grill basket and grill 3-5 minutes per side.
- Remove Brussel sprouts from basket onto a separate plate. Let cool for 5 minutes and then drizzle with Balsamic Glaze.
Brussel Sprouts Nutrition
High in vitamin C, vitamin K, fiber and antioxidants, Brussel Sprouts have been connected to a plethora of amazing health benefits.
What To Serve With Brussel Sprouts
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Balsamic Grilled Brussel Sprouts
Ingredients
- 1 lb smaller Brussel sprouts
- 1/4 cup high heat oil *like avocado oil, see notes
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- Balsamic Glaze *optional as a garnish
- crumbled feta *optional as a garnish
Instructions
- Wash and prepare Brussel sprouts by removing outside layers, trimming stock (stem) and cutting larger sprouts in half.
- Add oil to a medium sized mixing bowl along with spices and whisk well.
- Add Brussel sprouts to mixing bowl and toss well, making sure all sprouts are thoroughly covered in oil mixture.
- Preheat grill pan over med/high heat until pan just begins to smoke and then add Brussel sprouts. Cook 3-4 mins per side makign sure not to stir sprouts while cooking until it is time to flip.
- Once cooked, remove to a seperate plate to cool fro 5 mins.
- Drizzle with Balsamic Glaze and crumbled feta.
Notes
- Prepare Balsamic Glaze the day before as it can take time to make.
- For Brussel sprout lovers this recipe serves 2 adults.Â
- High heat avocado oil was used for this recipe.Â
Nutrition
