Roasted Brussels Sprouts

4.60 from 25 votes

Roasting brings out the best in Brussels Sprouts. The high temperature gives them a crisp golden outside while keeping them tender inside.

Prep Time5

Cook Time38

Total Time43

Course: Sides

Cuisine: American

Diet: Gluten Free, Low Calorie, Low Fat, Vegan, Vegetarian

Servings: servings

Calories: 69kcal

Preheat oven to 400.
Always wash fresh Brussels sprouts with warm water to remove any grit and germs. I like to toss them into a colander and rinse them under warm water.
The first thing to do is to decide whether you want to slice the sprouts in half or roast them whole. To determine this, I always consider their size and that can vary at different times during the year. If they are large, I will cut them in half and, if they are on the smaller side, I usually always keep them whole.
I usually place the sprouts on a baking sheet covered with parchment paper for oil-free baking. It also makes clean-up a breeze, because the baking sheet only needs to be wiped and put away.
Just make sure that the sprouts are in a single layer and not overlapped, so they can cook well and have a chance to get nice and crispy.
Next, mist the sprouts with lime juice and then sprinkle with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Some folks prefer to use lemon juice or balsamic vinegar. Any of these will work well.
Another great option is to drizzle them with a little maple syrup to give them a deep sweet flavor.
Bake at 400 for approximately 20-30 minutes, until Brussels sprouts are crisp on the outside and tender on the inside.

Tips & Suggestions:

I have included step-by-step photos and directions above to ensure your first attempt will be successful.

Fresh or Frozen- I prefer fresh Brussels sprouts but frozen can also be used. Most of the time, I buy fresh healthy Brussels sprouts from the store but even frozen ones can be used here if that's what you have on hand.
Clean well- Always wash fresh Brussels sprouts with warm water to remove any grit and germs. I like to toss them into a colander and rinse them under warm water.
Size matters- Baking time will vary depending on the size of the sprouts and whether you slice them in half or not.
Make spices stick- Mist with lime juice, lemon juice, or balsamic vinegar to add to the flavor and help spices to stick.

Air Fryer Method:

Season the sprouts with your favorite spices like salt, pepper, garlic powder, or smoked paprika for added flavor.
Place the Brussels sprouts in a single layer in the air fryer basket, ensuring they aren’t overcrowded.
Air fry for 12-15 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through for even crisping.