Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Balsamic Vinegar and Honey
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It’s hard to improve on simple roasted Brussels sprouts, but a splash of balsamic vinegar and a drizzle of honey bring the flavors to life. Even Brussels sprouts-skeptics will love these!
Crispy roasted Brussels sprouts don’t need much to shine—they’re delicious made with just olive oil, salt, and pepper—but a splash of balsamic vinegar and a drizzle of honey takes them over the top. The vinegar adds brightness, the honey a subtle sweetness, and together they balance the sprouts’ natural bitterness beautifully.
When shopping, look for firm, bright green heads with tightly packed leaves, and choose larger sprouts over smaller ones; while the little guys are slightly sweeter and more tender, they cook too quickly and won’t brown as nicely.
These roasted Brussels sprouts are perfect for busy weeknights and special occasions alike. Simple and unfussy, they’re right at home on a Thanksgiving, Christmas, or Easter table. For more easy roasted vegetables, try my roasted broccoli, roasted cauliflower, roasted carrots, and roasted green beans.
“Best Brussels sprouts ever! My son and I ate the whole batch in one sitting.”
What You’ll Need To Make Roasted Brussels Sprouts
You’ll need Brussels sprouts, olive oil, kosher salt, black pepper, balsamic vinegar, and honey.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Step 1: Prep and season. Stem and halve the Brussels sprouts, quartering any very large ones. On a foil-lined baking sheet, toss them with 2 tablespoons of oil, the salt, and the pepper.
Pro Tip: Cutting the sprouts into uniform, halved or quartered pieces is the trick to ensuring they all roast at the same rate. This prevents the smaller sprouts from burning while the larger sprouts are still tough and raw in the middle.
Step 2: Roast. Roast for about 20 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until the sprouts are tender and golden brown.
Pro Tip: For the best texture, roast the sprouts cut-side down on the baking sheet for the first portion of roasting. This direct contact with the hot foil creates a deep, caramelized exterior that mimics a pan sear without the extra effort.
Step 3: Glaze. Drizzle the remaining tablespoon of oil, the balsamic vinegar, and honey over the roasted sprouts and toss to coat evenly.
Pro Tip: The reason for waiting until the sprouts are fully roasted before adding the honey and balsamic vinegar is that if you add these high-sugar ingredients at the beginning, they will likely burn before the sprouts are actually tender.
Step 4: Finish and serve. Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary, then serve.
Pro Tip: These are wonderful as is, but if you want an extra layer of texture, toss in some toasted walnuts and dried cranberries right before serving. The crunch and tartness pair perfectly with the sweet and savory glaze.
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Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Balsamic Vinegar & Honey
A foolproof roasted Brussels sprouts recipe that uses high heat to deliver perfectly caramelized edges every time.
Ingredients
- 1½ pounds Brussels sprouts, halved, stems and ragged outer leaves removed*
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- ¾ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F and set an oven rack in the middle position. Line a baking sheet with heavy-duty aluminum foil.
- Directly on the prepared baking sheet, toss the Brussels sprouts with 2 tablespoons of the oil, the salt, and the pepper. Roast, stirring once halfway through, until tender and golden brown, about 20 minutes.
- Drizzle the remaining tablespoon of oil, the balsamic vinegar and the honey over the roasted Brussels sprouts. Toss to coat evenly. Taste and adjust seasoning, if necessary, then serve.
- *If you have some brussels sprouts that are very large, cut them into quarters. They should all be cut about the same size to ensure even cooking.
Nutrition Information
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- Per serving (6 servings)
- Calories: 116
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Sugar: 4g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Sodium: 321mg
- Cholesterol: 0
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Gluten-Free Adaptable Note
To the best of my knowledge, all of the ingredients used in this recipe are gluten-free or widely available in gluten-free versions. There is hidden gluten in many foods; if you're following a gluten-free diet or cooking for someone with gluten allergies, always read the labels of your ingredients to verify that they are gluten-free.
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I forgot to add the honey at the end–in a rush to get dinner on the table. I fix roasted Brussels sprouts like this a lot. Easy and delicious.
I enjoyed this dish a lot! My boyfriend felt sauce was too vinegar bold but I enjoyed it!
Ok so these are a big winner in my house! I’ve made various versions of brussel sprouts over the years but the kids agreed these were the best. Love the crispness from the oven combined with the sweetness from the honey and flavor punch from the balsamic. Thanks Jenn!
I made this for my very picky brother-in-law. Brussel sprouts are one of the few vegerables he will eat. He loved it. Enough said!
Can this recipe be made in an instant pot, to hasten the cooking time?
I don’t recommend it, Orna – sorry!
I’m bringing these to a family potluck this weekend – would it be better to roast them at home and reheat in the oven for a few minutes, or just roast them at my relative’s house? Can’t wait to try the recipe, it looks delicious!
Hi Susanna, These are definitely best roasted right before serving, otherwise they lose their crispy texture.
I have found Brussels Sprouts to be great but I almost always prefer to prep them in a skillet. I start with a cold pan (either All-Clad or something similarly responsive) and put in some neutral grapeseed oil (or peanut or safflower) and some crushed garlic and then put the sprouts cut side down and then start the pan and let them char. Then flip as I go and finish with balsamic or pom molasses and honey. On occasion I’ll also toss in some pine nuts or pistachios before I glaze but this style is a bit different than a simple roast. I’ll try roasting them but figured you’d already tried cooking them in a pan but I found the trick was starting in a cold pan so they charred and picked up the flavors I was using. Lots easier to do it in the oven when you’ve got 17 different dishes and twenty people waiting to start the Seder, but it’s ideal for a Tuesday night meal 😉
BTW, great blog 😉
I never liked Brussels sprouts as a child. They looked and smelled funny. However, with the recent craze of roasting Brussels sprouts, I discovered how wonderful they can be. This recipe is simple and fabulous, even the picky eater in my house loves them!
These are so good my family asks for them! I always add about a tablespoon more balsamic than the recipe calls for but otherwise I follow the recipe. And if you’ve got Jenn’s most recent cookbook the brussel sprouts and shallots recipe in that is also a winner but I can’t review it here. Thanks for making such delicious recipes that my kids actually want to eat their veggies!
I love this recipe!! I made this for my in-laws and my father-in-Law who is usually very critical of food loved this. The first time I made it I followed the recipe. The second time I realized I didn’t have honey so I used maple syrup and it tasted just as yummy!
Oops…I don’t know what happened but I meant to have this five stars.