09/24/2026
Caramelized Honey Balsamic Brussels Sprouts 🥦🍯
Easy caramelized Brussels sprouts side dish for holidays or Sunday dinner, with a sticky honey balsamic glaze and crispy edges.
You’ll Need (serves 4):
• 1.5 lbs. Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
• 1.5 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 tsp salt · 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder · 1/2 tsp dried basil
Honey balsamic glaze:
• 1 tbsp butter
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
• 2 tsp low-sodium soy sauce
• 3 tbsp honey
• 1 tbsp whole-grain mustard
• 1/4 tsp ground ginger
How to Make it:
Toss Brussels sprouts with olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and basil. Roast on a lined pan at 425°F for 20–25 minutes, stirring once, until browned and crisp on the edges. While they cook, melt butter in a small pan, add garlic for 1 minute, then stir in balsamic, soy sauce, honey, mustard, and ginger. Simmer 2–3 minutes until slightly thick. Pour the warm glaze over the hot sprouts and toss until glossy and caramelized.
Tip:
Serve with roasted chicken or turkey and a small bowl of cottage cheese with herbs on the side for extra protein.
Per serving (approx.):
~190 calories · ~4g protein · ~22g carbs · ~10g fat
