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Skillet with Sautéed Brussels Sprouts with wooden spoon on top.
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Sautéed Brussels Sprouts

Sautéed Brussels Sprouts with lemon, garlic, and Parmesan. Buttery, bright, and ready in 20 minutes. The side that wins over sprout skeptics.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time25 minutes
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Brussel Sprouts, Side, Side Dish
Servings: 4
Calories: 206kcal
Author: Erica Walker

Ingredients

  • 1 pound Brussels Sprouts (fresh)
  • 4 tablespoon butter
  • 4 cloves garlic minced (about 3-4 teaspoons)
  • 1/2 lemon juiced and zested
  • 3 tablespoons Parmesan cheese freshly grated
  • 1/4 teaspoon Kosher salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  • Clean the Brussels sprouts by trimming off the ends with a sharp knife and peeling the outer leaves of the sprout off. Cut each one in half.
    Washed and halved Brussels sprouts on a cutting board. Knife on the side.
  • Heat the butter in a large skillet over medium high heat.
    Skillet with melted butter.
  • Once heated, add the halved Brussels sprouts to the pan and sauté for about 3-4 minutes.
    Skillet with butter and halved Brussels Sprouts. Wooden spoon on the side.
  • Add the garlic and continue to sauté for another 3-4 minutes.
    Skillet sautéing Brussels sprouts and garlic.
  • Reduce the heat to low and add the lemon zest, juice, salt and pepper.
    Skillet with sautéed Brussels Sprouts, lemon zest, salt and pepper.
  • Stir to combine and taste. Add the cheese on top and serve.
    Skillet with Sautéed Brussels Sprouts with shredded parmesan cheese on top.

Notes

  • For extra color, do not stir for the first few minutes so the cut sides caramelize.
  • To reduce bitterness, finish with a pinch of salt and a squeeze of lemon.
  • For a dairy free version, swap butter for olive oil and omit cheese.
  • Add-ins that work well. Crispy bacon, toasted pine nuts or almonds, balsamic glaze, or a light maple drizzle.
  • Reheat in the air fryer or roast on a sheet pan to bring the crisp back.

Nutrition

Calories: 206kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 43mg | Sodium: 168mg | Potassium: 484mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 1315IU | Vitamin C: 105mg | Calcium: 173mg | Iron: 2mg