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Smashed Brussels Sprouts with Parmesan Cheese

The best new low-carb side dish for the holidays is this Smashed Brussel Sprouts recipe. These keto veggies make a great addition to the table at Thanksgiving, Christmas, or anytime!

Course Dinner, lunch, Side Dish
Cuisine American
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 6 servings
Calories 173 kcal
London Brazil

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs. Brussels sprouts ends trimmed
  • 4 Tbsp. butter melted
  • 4 cloves garlic crushed
  • 1 tsp. thyme fresh, finely chopped
  • 1 ¼ tsp. salt to taste
  • ¼ tsp. black pepper to taste
  • ½ cup Parmesan cheese grated, divided

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
  2. Bring a large pot of water to a boil.
  3. Add trimmed Brussels sprouts to the pot of boiling water and boil for 10 minutes.
  4. Once cooked, drain the sprouts and immerse them in an ice bath to stop the cooking process. Let them sit in the ice bath until they are cool to the touch.
  5. Remove the sprouts from the ice bath and dry them thoroughly.
  6. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and place Brussels sprouts, cut side-up, at least 1-inch apart.
  7. Using a flat-bottomed glass, push down each Brussels sprout until it is flattened to ~½ inch tall.
  8. In a small bowl whisk together the butter, thyme, salt, and pepper.
  9. Pour equal amounts of the butter sauce over each sprout and sprinkle all of the Brussels sprouts with ¼ cup of Parmesan cheese.
  10. Bake sprouts in preheated oven for 20-22 minutes or until Brussels sprouts are crispy and cheese is lightly browned.
  11. Just before serving, sprinkle Brussels sprouts with remaining Parmesan cheese and additional fresh thyme, if desired. Enjoy!

Recipe Notes

  • To make dairy-free and vegan Smashed Brussels sprouts use a vegan Parmesan cheese and either vegan buttery sticks or olive oil in place of the butter.
  • To Store: Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • To Freeze: Seal in a freezer-safe airtight container for up to 12 months.
Nutrition Facts
Smashed Brussels Sprouts with Parmesan Cheese
Amount Per Serving
Calories 173 Calories from Fat 99
% Daily Value*
Fat 11g17%
Saturated Fat 7g44%
Cholesterol 27mg9%
Sodium 640mg28%
Potassium 604mg17%
Carbohydrates 15g5%
Fiber 6g25%
Sugar 3g3%
Protein 8g16%
Vitamin A 1490IU30%
Vitamin C 130mg158%
Calcium 171mg17%
Iron 2mg11%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.