Description
Roasted Brussels sprouts tossed with sweet pomegranate arils and nutty sesame seeds for a simple, flavorful side dish.
Ingredients
- 300 g Brussels sprouts
- 50 g pomegranate arils
- 1 dessertspoon toasted sesame seeds
- 1 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
- Cut the Brussels sprouts in half through the core.
- Heat the olive oil in a large roasting tin, then place the sprouts cut side down in the hot oil.
- Roast for 10–15 minutes, then turn the sprouts over.
- Return to the oven and roast for about 20 minutes more until softened and golden.
- Add the pomegranate arils and sesame seeds, mix well, and return to the oven for 5 minutes until heated through.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, avoid overcrowding the pan.
- Swap sesame seeds with chopped nuts for variation.
- Serve warm as a side dish or add to grain bowls.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: International
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 40 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 22 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
