Roasted Balsamic Brussels Sprouts are an easy side. Deliciously simple, these caramelized sprouts are so flavorful and are quick to prep.

Roasted Balsamic Brussels Sprouts are a simple and delicious side with crispy brussel sprouts tossed in balsamic vinegar for delicious flavor and great caramelization.

This favorite veggie has so much flavor when roasted. Finish with a drizzle of balsamic glaze before serving.

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A Fave Brussel Sprouts Recipe

This 5 ingredient recipe seems simple but the results are so good! The balsamic becomes almost a glaze served with creamy-crisp sprouts.

  • Simple ingredients and a simple method with tons of flavor.
  • Balsamic vinegar tastes great and caramelizes beautifully.
  • This side dish can be prepared ahead of time and roasted just before serving.
  • Leftovers reheat well or are great served chilled in salads.
  • Brussels Sprouts are considered a superfood and are loaded with antioxidants.

Roasted Balsamic Brussels Sprouts ingredients

Ingredients

BRUSSELS SPROUTS As always, fresh is best, but frozen sprouts will work for this recipe too. If using frozen, they might need to roast for 5-10 minutes longer and they will have a softer texture.

BALSAMIC VINEGAR The glaze is created by coating the vegetables with balsamic vinegar and olive oil. Add a tablespoon of honey to bring out the natural sweetness of the brussel sprouts if you’d like.

SEASONING Minced garlic plus salt & pepper are all that’s needed. If you have balsamic glaze in your cupboard, it can be drizzled on after roasting.

Variations

We love this dish as is and make it often. Below are some favorite variations to change it up.

  • Add shredded Parmesan cheese baked on top for the last 5 minutes of cooking. Feta also tastes great with this combo.
  • Try adding some chopped Pancetta or crispy oven bacon for a gourmet twist. Pancetta roasts up beautifully in the oven, getting crackly and crisp.
  • For a heartier side, try simply adding some thinly sliced potato or sweet potato tossed and roasted right in with the sprouts. Delish!
  • This mixture works well with other veggies like onions, cauliflower, broccoli, carrots or even green beans.

Roasted Balsamic Brussels Sprouts on a baking sheet before being roasted

How to Trim Brussels Sprouts

Choose sprouts that are firm and have a pale to dark green color. If they are still attached to their stem, simply break them off.

  • Use a paring knife to trim off the bottom stem where it was attached, taking care not to remove too much so the Brussels sprouts don’t come apart.
  • Remove any outer leaves that are wilted or brown.
  • Cut larger sprouts in half. Rinse thoroughly and pat dry before roasting.

How to Roast Balsamic Brussels Sprouts

Now comes the easy part:

  1. Toss prepared Brussel Sprouts with all the ingredients until coated.
  2. Place the mixture on a sheet pan in a single layer. (If using frozen sprouts, line the pan with parchment paper.)
  3. Roast per the recipe instructions below.

Roasted Balsamic Brussels Sprouts on a sheet pan

Leftovers

Leftovers taste great the next day. It’s one of the vegetables we love leftover, cold, & straight out of the refrigerator.

If you have an air fryer, however, this is a great way to reheat just about anything! Roasted sprouts can also be crisped up and heated under the broiler, then served with dipping sauce for a healthy snack. To freeze, place in a freezer-safe container or bag for up to 12 months.

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Balsamic Roasted Brussels Sprouts

These balsamic roasted Brussels sprouts are an easy, flavorful side dish with only 5 simple ingredients.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4

Equipment

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Ingredients  

  • 1 ½ pounds Brussels sprouts
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • salt and black pepper

Instructions 

  • Preheat oven to 400°F.
  • Trim Brussels sprouts and cut in half if they are large.
  • Toss Brussel sprouts with olive oil, balsamic and garlic.
  • Season generously with salt and pepper and place on a baking sheet, flat side down.
  • Roast 20-25 minutes or until Brussels are tender.

Notes

 If using frozen Brussel Sprouts, they might need to roast for 5-10 minutes longer and they will have a softer texture.
Optional Variations
  • Add shredded Parmesan on top during the last 5 minutes.
  • Add chopped Pancetta to the pan before cooking.
  • For a heartier side, add thinly sliced potato.
  • For a sweeter side dish, try roasting with pecans.
  • Top with feta or goat cheese crumbles after baking.
  • Balsamic glaze can be drizzled on top before serving if desired.
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Nutrition Information

Calories: 144 | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Sodium: 45mg | Potassium: 677mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 1283IU | Vitamin C: 145mg | Calcium: 76mg | Iron: 3mg

Nutrition information provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used.

Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
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  1. So delicious! I’ve never been successful making them at home until now. I added bleu cheese crumbles as soon as they came out of the oven. The pairing with the balsamic is amazing. I will be making them often. Thank you!5 stars

  2. Smelled so good while they were roasting. Taste wonderful. Will use this recipes again and again and again.5 stars

  3. Delicious! Big hit with my husband. I saw some comments about the balsamic glaze. When would that be added?

    Thank you!5 stars

  4. OMG! I am literally obsessed with this recipe! I almost went with another recipe using Parmesan cheese, etc. but then I saw this one. This is insanely delicious! I added the tablespoon of honey which took this over the top. Thank you so much for sharing this recipe! It’s a keeper!5 stars

  5. I Brussels sprouts baked in the oven but I’ve never thought about putting balsamic vinegar on them which I love to. They were delicious so I decided to keep some back and I actually made some with the balsamic vinegar and I added potato and bacon. Now you have your vegetable in your potatoes so all you have to do is add the meat. I only have one word that can describe these and that would DELICIOUS!!!
    If everyone doesn’t try this recipe they’ll never know what they’re missing and how easy they are to make.5 stars

  6. This recipe was a huge hit in our house! They were perfectly crispy and had such a nice caramelization from the balsamic. I loved the extra balsamic glaze on them too! SWP Employee5 stars