Crispy Smashed Brussels Sprouts

Crispy Smashed Brussels Sprouts

from eatingwell.com
Dinner
154 kcal / serving

Smashed Brussels sprouts are a flavorful veggie side dish. Learn how to achieve the crispy on the outside, tender on the inside texture.

Ingredients

  • 1 ½ poundsmedium to large brussels sprouts, trimmed (16-18)
  • 2 tablespoonsextra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoonsgrated parmesan cheese
  • 2 teaspoonseverything bagel seasoning
  • zest from 1 large lemon

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 425°F. Fill a large bowl with ice water.

  2. 2

    Bring a large saucepan of lightly salted water to a boil. Add Brussels sprouts, reduce heat to maintain a lively simmer and cook until just tender when pierced with a skewer, 8 to 10 minutes.

  3. 3

    Drain the sprouts and plunge them into the ice bath. Let stand until cool enough to handle.

  4. 4

    Transfer the sprouts to a clean dish towel and pat dry.

  5. 5

    Spread the sprouts on a large rimmed baking sheet. Drizzle with oil; toss to coat.

  6. 6

    Space the sprouts evenly on the pan, then flatten them with the bottom of a Mason jar or sturdy glass.

  7. 7

    Roast for 10 minutes. Gently flip the flattened sprouts and sprinkle with Parmesan, everything bagel seasoning and lemon zest.

  8. 8

    Return to the oven and bake until the cheese has melted, about 5 minutes more.