Parmesan-Crusted Brussels Sprouts

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Parmesan cheese gives Brussels sprouts a savory, crispy crust in this easy side dish that pairs with anything from pan-seared steak to roasted chicken. We recommended freshly grated Parmesan cheese over Parmesan that comes pre-shredded; it's more flavorful and gives the sprouts a nice golden crust. (Like this technique? Try our Parmesan & Herb Crusted Potatoes and Parmesan & Herb Crusted Zucchini.)

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Photo: Stacy k. Allen, Props: Julia Bayless, Food Stylist: Ana Kelley
Active Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
40 mins
Servings:
4
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Photographer: Stacy k. Allen, Props: Julia Bayless, Food Stylist: Ana Kelley

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Ingredients

  • ½ cup finely grated Parmesan cheese

  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted

  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder

  • ½ teaspoon onion powder

  • ¼ teaspoon salt

  • ¼ teaspoon ground pepper

  • ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper

  • 1 pound Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved

  • 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F. Stir Parmesan, oil, butter, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper and crushed red pepper together in a small bowl. Spread in a thin layer in the center of a nonstick baking sheet.

    parmesan cheese mixture scattered on a sheet pan

    Photographer: Stacy k. Allen, Props: Julia Bayless, Food Stylist: Ana Kelley

  2. Press Brussels sprouts, cut-sides down, into the Parmesan mixture in a single even layer about 3/4- to 1-inch apart.

    overhead view of raw halved brussels sprouts placed on top of parmesan mixture on a sheet pan

    Photographer: Stacy k. Allen, Props: Julia Bayless, Food Stylist: Ana Kelley

  3. Bake until the Brussels sprouts are tender and the Parmesan layer is golden-brown and crisp, 16 to 18 minutes. Remove from oven and let stand for 5 minutes. (The Parmesan will further crisp once removed from the oven.) Gently separate the Brussels sprouts before serving. Sprinkle with lemon zest and serve hot.

    overhead view of Parmesan Crusted Brussels Sprouts on a sheet pan

    Photographer: Stacy k. Allen, Props: Julia Bayless, Food Stylist: Ana Kelley

Originally appeared: EatingWell.com, August 2023

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

148 Calories
10g Fat
10g Carbs
8g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Serving Size about 2/3 cup
Calories 148
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 10g 4%
Dietary Fiber 4g 14%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 8g 16%
Total Fat 10g 13%
Saturated Fat 4g 20%
Cholesterol 15mg 5%
Vitamin A 998IU 20%
Vitamin C 88mg 98%
Vitamin D 2IU 1%
Vitamin E 1mg 9%
Folate 64mcg 16%
Vitamin K 181mcg 151%
Sodium 352mg 15%
Calcium 180mg 14%
Iron 2mg 11%
Magnesium 30mg 7%
Potassium 421mg 9%
Zinc 1mg 9%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.

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