Prep Time:20 minsAdditional Time:15 minsTotal Time:35 minsServings:4Yield:3 cupsJump to Nutrition Facts
Prep Time:20 minsAdditional Time:15 minsTotal Time:35 minsServings:4Yield:3 cups
Prep Time:20 mins
Prep Time:
20 mins
Additional Time:15 mins
Additional Time:
15 mins
Total Time:35 mins
Total Time:
35 mins
Servings:4
Servings:
4
Yield:3 cups
Yield:
3 cups
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Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Goat Cheese & Pomegranateis the salad you need on the table—easy enough for weeknights and beautiful enough for a holiday gathering. Fiber-rich Brussels sprouts are tossed with aromatic shallots in heart-healthy extra-virgin olive oil and roasted to perfection. When you take them out of the oven, they are tossed with tangy goat cheese, softening it just enough to marry with the veggies. The tart, sweet pomegranate arils pop in every bite and are a refreshing surprise, a genuinely festive delight. Keep reading for our expert tips, including how to prep your veggies and what to do with any leftover pomegranate arils.
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Nutrition Notes
Cook Mode(Keep screen awake)Ingredients1poundBrussels sprouts, trimmed and halved1largeshallot, sliced1tablespoonextra-virgin olive oil¼teaspoonsalt¼teaspoonground pepper2-3 teaspoons white balsamic vinegar⅓cupcrumbled goat cheese¼cuppomegranate seeds
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Ingredients
1poundBrussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
1largeshallot, sliced
1tablespoonextra-virgin olive oil
¼teaspoonsalt
¼teaspoonground pepper
2-3 teaspoons white balsamic vinegar
⅓cupcrumbled goat cheese
¼cuppomegranate seeds
Directions
Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss 1 pound of Brussels sprouts with 1 large sliced shallot, 1 tablespoon oil, 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper in a medium bowl. Spread on a large rimmed baking sheet.
Roast the Brussels sprouts until tender, 20 to 22 minutes. Return to the bowl and toss with 2 to 3 tablespoons vinegar to taste. Sprinkle with 1/3 cup goat cheese and 1/4 cup pomegranate seeds.
To make aheadRemove the pomegranate arils up to 3 days in advance. Store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator or freeze them for up to 3 months. Additionally, roast the Brussels sprouts beforehand and keep them in the fridge for about 3 days. Just before serving, reheat the Brussels sprouts using the same method you used to cook them, and then add the remaining ingredients.
To make ahead
Remove the pomegranate arils up to 3 days in advance. Store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator or freeze them for up to 3 months. Additionally, roast the Brussels sprouts beforehand and keep them in the fridge for about 3 days. Just before serving, reheat the Brussels sprouts using the same method you used to cook them, and then add the remaining ingredients.
Frequently Asked Questions
The pomegranate should feel heavy in your hand, and the skin should be deep red and smooth This will help ensure you’re getting the juiciest, sweet-tart arils.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge, where they will keep for 3 to 4 days. If you anticipate having leftovers, consider storing the Brussels sprouts separately from the pomegranate arils and goat cheese. This way, you can easily reheat the sprouts without compromising the other ingredients.
This side dish would be perfect with so many of our recipes, includingCider-Brined Spatchcock TurkeyorRed Chile-Citrus Glazed Roast Turkey & Pan Gravy,Instant Pot Chicken Breast,Grilled Salmon with Cilantro-Ginger Sauce,Baked Pork ChopsorOne-Pot Chicken with Farro.
EatingWell.com, December 2019
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Nutrition Facts(per serving)117Calories6gFat14gCarbs6gProtein
Nutrition Facts(per serving)
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