Brussels Sprouts with Candied Walnuts and Green Apple
Elevate your side dish game with this irresistible recipe for Brussels Sprouts with Candied Walnuts and Green Apple. This stunning dish strikes the perfect balance of savory, sweet, and tart flavors. Golden-seared Brussels sprouts provide a rich and caramelized base, while buttery candied walnuts bring a touch of crunch and sweetness, thanks to their brown sugar and cinnamon glaze. Thinly sliced green apple adds a refreshing, tangy bite, beautifully tied together with a drizzle of golden honey. Quick and easy to prepare in just 30 minutes, this crowd-pleasing side dish is perfect for holiday feasts or weeknight dinners alike. Packed with fall-inspired ingredients and vibrant textures, it’s both visually stunning and incredibly delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Brussels sprouts
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 100 grams Walnut halves
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 1 medium Green apple
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1.5 tablespoons Honey
Instructions
Preheat a large skillet over medium heat.
Trim the ends of the Brussels sprouts and slice them in half lengthwise. Toss them with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 1 teaspoon of salt, and 0.5 teaspoon of black pepper.
Place the Brussels sprouts cut-side down in the skillet in an even layer. Cook for 4-5 minutes without stirring to achieve a nice golden sear. Flip them over and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until tender. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium-low and melt 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter. Stir in 3 tablespoons of brown sugar and 0.25 teaspoon of ground cinnamon until fully combined.
Add 100 grams of walnut halves to the skillet and toss in the sugar mixture. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until the walnuts are evenly coated and slightly caramelized. Transfer the candied walnuts to a parchment-lined plate to cool.
Core and thinly slice the green apple. Toss the apple slices in 1 tablespoon of lemon juice to prevent browning.
In a serving dish, layer the cooked Brussels sprouts, green apple slices, and candied walnuts.
Drizzle 1.5 tablespoons of honey over the dish before serving.
Serve warm or at room temperature and enjoy this deliciously balanced side dish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1629 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 119.0 g | 153% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.1 g | 126% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 2466 mg | 107% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 134.2 g | 49% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 28.9 g | 103% | |
| Total Sugars | 86.5 g | ||
| Protein | 35.4 g | 71% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 250 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 6.1 mg | 34% | |
| Potassium | 703 mg | 15% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
