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Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Lemon and Pomegranate RecipeRoasted Brussels Sprouts with Lemon and Pomegranate

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Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Lemon and Pomegranate Recipe

Brussels sprouts are cruciferous vegetables that are loaded with health benefits. They contain some of the highest amounts of phytonutrients called glucosinolates, known for their ability to protect against cancer. This easy Brussels sprouts recipe is elegant enough to be a holiday side dish yet simple enough to serve with grilled fish or chicken any night of the week.

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 1/4 recipe
Amount Per Serving
84
Calories
% Daily Value*
6%
Total Fat 4.1g
3%Saturated Fat 0.6g
Trans Fat 0g
0%
Cholesterol 0mg
13%
Sodium 306mg
4%
Total Carbohydrate 11.4g
12%
Dietary Fiber 3.5g
Sugars 3.8g
Protein 3.2g
*
The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Yield: 4 servings

Preparation time: 10 minutes

Baking time: 20 minutes

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ lb. Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
  • ¼ cup pomegranate arils
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • ½ tsp sea salt
  • ¼ tsp ground black pepper

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit. Spray a rimmed baking sheet with non-stick cooking spray or olive oil.
  2. Place all ingredients in a large bowl. Stir to coat the Brussels sprouts with the olive oil and lemon juice.
  3. Pour the Brussels sprouts onto the baking sheet and spread into a single layer.
  4. Bake for 10 minutes. Remove from the oven and stir. Bake an additional 10 minutes, until the Brussels sprouts are browned and tender.
Lori Rice, M.S., is a nutritional scientist and author with a passion for healthy cooking, exercise physiology, and food photography.
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