Steamed Brussel Sprouts with Lemon Butter
Brighten up your table with this simple yet sophisticated recipe for *Steamed Brussels Sprouts with Lemon Butter*. Perfectly tender Brussels sprouts are gently steamed to preserve their vibrant green color and naturally nutty flavor. They’re then drizzled with a luscious lemon butter sauce, elevated by the zing of fresh lemon juice and a hint of zest. Finished with a touch of salt and black pepper, this quick and healthy side dish is the ultimate balance of rich, buttery indulgence and light citrusy freshness. Ready in just 20 minutes from start to finish, this recipe makes an ideal addition to weeknight dinners or holiday feasts alike. Whether you're a Brussels sprouts enthusiast or a skeptic, this dish is sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Brussels sprouts
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
- 2 cups Water
Instructions
Rinse the Brussels sprouts thoroughly under running water to remove any dirt.
Trim the stem ends and remove any yellow or damaged outer leaves from the Brussels sprouts.
Cut the Brussels sprouts in half lengthwise for even cooking.
Fill a pot with 2 cups of water and bring it to a boil over high heat. Place a steaming basket over the pot, ensuring that the basket does not touch the water.
Add the Brussels sprouts to the steaming basket, cover with a lid, and steam for about 8-10 minutes, or until the Brussels sprouts are tender and bright green.
While the Brussels sprouts are steaming, melt the unsalted butter in a small saucepan over low heat.
Once the butter has melted, add lemon juice, salt, and black pepper, then stir until well combined. Remove from heat.
When the Brussels sprouts are done steaming, remove them from the basket and transfer to a serving dish.
Drizzle the lemon butter sauce over the steamed Brussels sprouts and sprinkle with lemon zest.
Toss gently to coat and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
415 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 24.1 g | 31% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.0 g | 70% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 1289 mg | 56% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 43.2 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.1 g | 65% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.2 g | ||
| Protein | 18.0 g | 36% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 173 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 2.5 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 35 mg | 1% | |
*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.
