BBQ Roasted Brussels Sprouts

These BBQ Roasted Brussels Sprouts are exciting and unique and will be perfect for your holiday table this year.

Do you love Brussels sprouts? If not, have you ever had them roasted? Roasting Brussels sprouts is such a game-changer and really makes them taste amazing. I usually use my go-to Simple Roasted Brussels sprout recipe, but for Christmas, it’s fun to shake things up and make these delicious BBQ Roasted Brussels sprouts.

Brussels sprouts are one of those vegetables, like cauliflower, that have not been very loved over the years because people haven’t eaten them prepared correctly. I really think that this BBQ-roasted Brussels sprout recipe will turn anyone into a sprout lover!

Why Your Body Will Love This Recipe

• Antioxidants – Brussels Sprouts are full of antioxidants (like beta-carotene and kaempferol) that protect cells against free-radical damage. This reduces the risk of diseases like heart disease and cancer. beta-carotene, and kaempferol. They’re also high in Vitamin K and folate.
• Digestive Health – Brussels Sprouts are an awesome source of fiber. Fiber is vital to our digestive health, keeping us regular and binding to and carrying out toxins in the bile. It also promotes healthy blood sugar levels.
• Roasting is a great way to retain and enhance the natural gifts of veggies and can make certain nutrients more bioavailable. Olive oil, which makes the roasted Brussels so delicious, aids in the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins (K, E, and A). 

BBQ Roasted Brussels Sprouts Recipe Ingredients

• Brussels sprouts – For this recipe, be sure to use fresh, not frozen, Brussels sprouts. I thinly sliced my Brussels sprouts just for a change, but you can also slice them in half or quarters. I wouldn’t recommend leaving them whole because there’s less surface area to season and caramelize.
• Olive oil – I use olive oil because I like its flavor on my roasted vegetables, but you can use any oil you like. 
• BBQ Spices – I used the recipe for my BBQ spice from my BBQ Cauliflower Tacos, which worked great! There are a few spices you’ll need a few spices, including chili powder, paprika, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, dried Italian seasoning, sugar, and salt.

How To Make The Perfect Brussels Sprouts

Roasted Brussels sprouts are one of the easiest holiday side dishes to make. Here are a few tips I use to make them perfect every single time:

• Cut sprouts in half, quarters, or shred them before roasting – As I said above, roasting them allows them to brown and caramelize, which brings out such great flavor. The more surface area there is to brown, the better they turn out. They also take much less time when they’re cut up.
• Be liberal with your oil – I know some people don’t like to use a ton of oil in their cooking, but to get the best caramelization on roasted vegetables, it’s important to use a good amount of olive oil. I used about 1/4 cup of olive oil to roast 3 pounds of Brussels sprouts.
• Be liberal with your seasoning – This recipe calls for a lot of seasonings, and you don’t want to skimp on them!  

How To Clean Your Brussels Sprouts

Brussels sprouts are like tiny little cabbages, and their leaves are wrapped up really tightly. Here are a few steps I use to clean my Brussels sprouts before roasting them:

1. First, I place all the Brussels sprouts into a colander and rinse with cold water.
2. Next, I take each sprout and peel off a few of the outer leaves, especially if they’re brown or have spots on them. 
3. I then cut off a bit of the stem, but I try to keep it intact as much as possible.
4. You might find a few sprouts with big brown spots, or there might be a lot of dirt once you start peeling back the leaves; in that case, I just toss them.

How To Make These Roasted BBQ Brussels Sprouts

1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Rinse your Brussels sprouts, peel off a few of the outer leaves, and cut off the top of the stem. Use a sharp knife to thinly slice the Brussels sprouts, or cut them in half or quarters.
2. Add all the spices to a small dish and mix until combined. Place Brussels sprouts on a large sheet pan, drizzle with olive oil, and pour the BBQ seasonings on top. Use your hands to toss until sprouts are evenly coated.
3. Roast Brussels sprouts until browned and tender, 35-40 mins, stirring once or twice. They are best when served immediately.

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• Author: She Likes Food
• Total Time: 1 hour
• Yield: 8 1x
• Diet: Vegan

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These BBQ Roasted Brussels sprouts are super flavorful and the perfect way to mix things up for a delicious Christmas side dish!

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• 2 1/2 – 3 pounds brussels sprouts
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoons salt
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon coconut sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

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Instructions

1. Pre-heat oven to 425 degrees F.  Rinse your Brussels sprouts, peel off a few of the outer leaves, and cut off the top of the stem.  Use a sharp knife to thinly slice the Brussels sprouts, or cut them in half or quarters.
2. Add all the spices to a small dish and mix until combined.  Place brussels sprouts on a large sheet pan and drizzle with olive oil and dump the BBQ seasonings on.  Use your hands and toss until sprouts are evenly coated.
3. Roast Brussels sprouts until browned and tender, 35-40 mins, stirring once or twice.  Best when served immediately.

• Prep Time: 15 mins
• Cook Time: 45 mins
• Category: Side, Vegan
• Method: Oven
• Cuisine: American