Orange Maple Glazed Brussels Sprouts with Cranberries Recipe
This Orange Maple Glazed Brussels Sprouts with Cranberries recipe offers a delightful combination of roasted Brussels sprouts coated in a sweet and tangy orange maple glaze, finished with tart dried cranberries and crunchy toasted nuts for a perfect balance of flavors and textures. Ideal as a flavorful side dish for any meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
For the Brussels Sprouts
- 1½ pounds Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Orange Maple Glaze
- 3 tablespoons maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed orange juice
- 1 teaspoon orange zest
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon butter, melted
- 1 clove garlic, minced
For the Garnish
- ½ cup dried cranberries
- ¼ cup toasted pecans or walnuts, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Roast the Brussels Sprouts: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Toss the halved Brussels sprouts with olive oil, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Spread them in a single layer on a baking sheet, cut side down. Roast for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy on the edges.
- Make the Orange Maple Glaze: In a small saucepan over low heat, whisk together the maple syrup, orange juice, orange zest, Dijon mustard, melted butter, and minced garlic. Simmer for 2–3 minutes until the glaze is slightly thickened. Remove from heat and set aside.
- Combine and Garnish: Transfer the roasted Brussels sprouts to a serving dish. Drizzle the orange maple glaze over the sprouts and toss to coat evenly. Sprinkle with dried cranberries and toasted nuts if using. Serve warm.
Notes
- For extra crunch, be sure to roast the Brussels sprouts cut side down.
- Toasting the nuts enhances their flavor and adds a lovely texture contrast.
- You can substitute fresh cranberries if you prefer, but dried cranberries add a nice chewiness.
- Adjust the sweetness of the glaze by increasing or reducing the maple syrup to taste.
- Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated gently.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 9 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
Keywords: Brussels sprouts, orange maple glaze, roasted vegetables, side dish, fall recipe, cranberry garnish, healthy vegetable side
