Food Recipe Collections & Favorites Popular Ingredients The Best Brussels Sprout Recipes for Any Occasion Slice them, spice them, or shave them. You'll be surprised by all the ways to prepare this underrated veggie. By Betty Gold Betty Gold Betty Gold is the former senior digital food editor at Real Simple. Real Simple's Editorial Guidelines Updated on April 07, 2024 Close Photo: Anna Williams Think you don't like Brussels sprouts? We promise that these tempting, easy-to-make Brussel sprout recipes will change your mind. Whether you prefer roasted with pieces of pancetta, sautéed in sesame oil with ginger and soy sauce, tossed into pasta with Pecorino, or shaved and sprinkled over pizza, there's a Brussels sprouts recipe here for every flavor palette. Remember: When shopping, look for Brussels sprouts that feel firm. Skip over sprouts that have leaves with holes or appear wrinkly or shriveled. If you spot a few yellowish or dry-looking outer leaves, that's fine, but make sure the leaves look like they're tightly layered. The best tool for prepping your Brussels sprouts is a paring knife—the small blade and lightweight handle give you complete control and make removing the stem a breeze. Store Brussels sprouts in the crisper drawer of your fridge in an airtight bag and (ideally) consume them within three days of purchasing them for optimal flavor. 01 of 15 Roasted Brussels Sprouts With Pancetta and Lemon Anna Williams A crispy Brussels sprouts dish is delicious, but a crispy Brussels sprouts with pancetta? That's heaven. The bacon-like cubes of ham release mouthwatering, umami-flavored fat onto the pan, which gets soaked up by the sprouts as they roast. Usually, you'd have to fry Brussels sprouts to get them adequately caramelized, but the pancetta boosts crispiness (and plenty of deliciously rich and salty flavor). GET THE RECIPE 02 of 15 Shaved Brussels Sprouts Salad With Crispy Pancetta and Fried Eggs Fred Hardy Shaved Brussels sprouts hit the pan for a few minutes before being stirred in with crispy pancetta and browned panko in this warm salad. The mix gets tossed with a creamy, lemony, Caesar-like dressing before getting topped off with a fried egg for added protein. GET THE RECIPE 03 of 15 Cheesy Brussels Sprouts Bake Greg Dupree This luscious gratin-like Brussels sprouts bake is super cheesy and creamy and only takes 10 ingredients to get the job done. Topped with potato chips for the perfect crunch, this tasty dish might just be your new favorite way to get your veggie intake for the day. GET THE RECIPE 04 of 15 Spicy Asian Chicken With Brussels Sprouts Con Poulos Pro tip: Make quick work of preparing the sprouts in this recipe by slicing them in a food processor. Once sliced, saute them in sesame oil with soy sauce, garlic, ginger, and rice vinegar for a deliciously salty-savory companion to chicken and rice. Top with plenty of chopped peanuts. GET THE RECIPE 05 of 15 Brussels Sprout Pizza With Lemon and Pecorino Brie Passano This seasonal flatbread feeds a crowd, which makes it just as suitable an idea for a family-friendly weeknight main as it is as a starter at your next dinner party. It comes together quickly, but if you'd like to speed up the prep work even more, you can shave Brussels sprouts in your food processor or buy pre-packed shredded sprouts. GET THE RECIPE 06 of 15 Roasted Brussels Sprouts With Pecans John Kernick This seemingly simple dish packs a lot of flavor and can be served with beef or chicken. Looking for a vegetarian option? Serve this Brussels sprouts dish over a bed of brown rice or quinoa. GET THE RECIPE 07 of 15 Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Grapes Gentl & Hyers Give this side dish an unexpected sweet spin with roasted seedless red grapes. It may seem like a surprising addition, but the grapes add a sweet touch that goes perfectly with the earthiness of the sprouts. GET THE RECIPE 08 of 15 Glazed Brussels Sprouts on Olive Oil Fried Bread Greg Dupree Olive oil fried bread is spread generously with whole milk ricotta, then topped with crunchy, glazed Brussels sprouts for a delectable, shareable meal. A super hot pan is the key to the crispness of the bread and the Brussels. GET THE RECIPE 09 of 15 Maple-Glazed Salmon With Roasted Brussels Sprouts Jonny Valiant Pair this maple syrup-infused, mustard-crusted salmon with roasted Brussels sprouts for a meal that's sure to impress. The sauce gives the fish a sweet and tangy flavor profile that will have you going back for seconds. GET THE RECIPE 10 of 15 Ravioli With Brussels Sprouts and Bacon Christopher Baker This Italian-inspired meal is a real crowd-pleaser. And while you can always go through the trouble of making ravioli from scratch, you can also use frozen for this recipe. Serve this Brussels sprouts sauté alone or as a side dish for chicken or pork. GET THE RECIPE 11 of 15 Kung Pao Brussels SproutsThese These crispy, spicy Brussels sprouts are totally delicious and easy to make at home. The trick is a homemade Kung Pao sauce that leaves out many of the store-bought versions' preservatives and artificial flavors. GET THE RECIPE 12 of 15 Chicken Piccata With Mushrooms and Brussels Sprouts Greg DuPree Did you know the word "piccata" means flat in Italian? It refers to the method of pounding out the chicken before cooking. This comforting meal has it all: A rich sauce, lean protein, tender pasta, and of course, Brussels sprouts. GET THE RECIPE 13 of 15 Brussels Sprouts Salad Heami Lee Turn Brussels sprouts into a fresh salad by shaving them into thin strips and adding radicchio, toasted pecans, dried cranberries, and parmesan cheese. The apple cider-based dressing is given a kick thanks to Dijon mustard and a hint of sweetness with the addition of honey. GET THE RECIPE 14 of 15 Sheet Pan Pierogies With Roasted Brussels Sprouts When it comes to quick and easy dinners, sheet pan meals are the unsung heroes. And this recipe featuring roasted Brussels sprouts is no exception. Even better, this recipe calls for frozen pierogies, so much less work is involved. GET THE RECIPE 15 of 15 Cheesy Sausage Pasta Bake With Brussels Sprouts Caitlin Bensel Rigatoni, cheese, sausage, and (of course) Brussels sprouts come together to make one delectable skillet meal. The pasta is the perfect shape for sopping up the creamy sauce and gets the ingredients to really stick to each bite. GET THE RECIPE Was this page helpful? 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