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Maple Brussels Sprouts

Caramelized Brussels sprouts with fresh herbs
Author: Adapted from Bon Appetit
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients 

  • 2 tablespoons coconut oil
  • 1 pound Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved lengthwise
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
  • 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
  • 1 tablespoon chopped flat-leaf parsley
  • 1/2 tablespoon thinly sliced fresh chives
  • 1/2 tablespoon thinly sliced fresh sage

Instructions

  • In a large skillet, heat coconut oil over medium heat. Add Brussels sprouts, cut side down, in a single layer in the skillet. Don’t move them for about 4 to 5 minutes, then season them with salt and pepper and toss in pan. Continue cooking until brussels sprouts are tender, another 3 to 4 minutes or so.
  • Add maple syrup, parsley, chives and sage. Toss to coat. Remove from heat and serve immediately.

Notes

Watching fat? Coconut oil has lots of saturated fat, which may or may not be good for you depending on who you believe. If you'd rather get your fat from a mostly monounsaturated source, substitute olive oil for the coconut oil.

Nutrition Info Per Serving

Nutrition Facts
Maple Brussels Sprouts
Serving Size
 
0 g
Amount per Serving
Calories
140
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
7
g
11
%
Saturated Fat
 
7
g
35
%
Trans Fat
 
0
g
Polyunsaturated Fat
 
0
g
Monounsaturated Fat
 
0
g
Cholesterol
 
0
mg
0
%
Sodium
 
150
mg
6
%
Potassium
 
0
mg
0
%
Carbohydrates
 
17
g
6
%
Fiber
 
5
g
20
%
Sugar
 
9
g
10
%
Protein
 
4
g
8
%
Vitamin A
 
0
IU
0
%
Vitamin C
 
0
mg
0
%
Calcium
 
0
mg
0
%
Iron
 
0
mg
0
%
Net carbs
 
12
g
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.