Description
Crispy roasted Brussels sprouts tossed in a sweet-tart cranberry-orange glaze a vibrant, festive side dish that brings bright flavor and color to your holiday table.
Ingredients
1 1/2 lbs Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
2 tbsp olive oil
Salt and black pepper to taste
For the Glaze:
1/2 cup cranberry sauce (homemade or canned)
2 tbsp orange juice
1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
1 tsp orange zest
1/4 tsp cinnamon
Pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)
Optional Garnish:
1/4 cup dried cranberries
1/4 cup chopped toasted pecans
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Toss Brussels sprouts with olive oil, salt, and pepper, then spread evenly on the sheet.
3. Roast for 20–25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until golden and crisp on the edges.
4. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan over medium heat, whisk together cranberry sauce, orange juice, honey, zest, cinnamon, and cayenne.
5. Simmer for 3–5 minutes until slightly thickened, then remove from heat.
6. Transfer roasted Brussels sprouts to a large bowl and drizzle with the cranberry-orange glaze.
7. Toss to coat evenly, then top with dried cranberries and toasted pecans before serving.
Notes
For extra caramelization, roast the Brussels sprouts face down for the first 15 minutes.
You can make the glaze ahead of time and warm it before tossing.
Try swapping pecans for walnuts or pistachios for a fun twist.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasted
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 11g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: brussels sprouts cranberry glaze, roasted brussels sprouts, holiday side dish, orange cranberry vegetables, festive vegetables