Honey Balsamic Pan Seared Brussels Sprouts
Crispy pan seared Brussels sprouts, cooked with honey, garlic, balsamic vinegar, and pine nuts for a healthy, flavorful side dish perfect for your holiday gathering!
Don’t you just love a good side dish? I know I do. But I think side dishes are kind of the middle child of food. Unless they act out, they don’t always get much attention! Am I right? But today I want to change that.
These Brussels Sprouts were one of my favorite sides I have had in a long time. Full disclosure: My kids HATED these. I had to force them to eat the 3 I put on their plates. So, although I prefer to only share foods my kids will eat, I am sharing these because I loved them, and well, they would make a great Thanksgiving side.
I think the trick to these is allowing the caramelized honey to form on the bottom so the sprouts get a nice glazed crust on them. Yum! Elevated Brussels Sprouts! If you wanted to get really crazy, you could throw in some candied bacon too, and make it a main dish.
When I eat something like this, I usually imagine my life is far more glamorous then it actually is. You know, that I get to wear clean (non-kidified) clothes, do some real reading, and listen to non Kids-Bop music. But that is just dreaming. For now. So come escape with me to the world of really good side dishes!
Enjoy!
In search of other great sides?
- How about Greek Pasta Salad?
- Or an Orzo Pasta Salad?
- Pine Nut and Basil Zoodles are also a fantastic side dish!
Honey Balsamic Pan Seared Brussels Sprouts
Ingredients
- 3 cups quartered Brussel sprouts
- 1/2 Tbs minced garlic
- 1 Tbs olive oil
- 2 Tbs honey
- 1 1/2 Tbs balsamic vinegar
- 1 Tbs pine nuts
Instructions
- Over medium-high heat, heat oil in a sauté pan until oil is hot, but not smoking
- Add garlic and quartered Brussel Sprouts, and leave alone (don't stir) for 1-2 minutes until a golden crust starts to form at the bottom of the pan
- Add in honey and balsamic vinegar, and give Brussel sproouts a toss, stirring them around the pan so they are evenly coated
- Add in pine nuts, let cook 2-3 more minutes
- Serve
Nutrition
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Wayne Key says
Tried this and found it very bland.
Rachael says
I am sorry you feel that way, we love this flavor combo and make it regularly.
Ifeanyi Ezeanya says
This was delicious! I added a tsp of sesame seed oil to the sprouts before putting them in the pan; it added a nice fragrant element.
louisa says
The first time I made this, I did find it a little on the bland side. The second time I made it I added a generous amount of salt and pepper and the result was absolute perfection. Thanks for sharing this recipe!
Rachael says
Louisa, thanks for the great suggestion. I appreciate the feedback.