I’m so excited to share my all-time favorite holiday recipe: Maple Balsamic Brussels Sprouts. This dish has become a staple at my Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year’s gatherings, and it’s always a hit! The best part? It’s super easy to make, and I guarantee everyone at your dinner table will be going back for seconds.
The first year I moved across the country, I wanted to impress my new friends on the West Coast by bringing a healthy side dish to our holiday party. That’s how this recipe was born! Now, I make it every holiday season—Thanksgiving, Christmas, and even New Year’s. I’ve brought it to family dinners, work parties, and sometimes I just whip it up for myself because it’s that good.
The secret to this recipe is roasting the Brussels sprouts in the oven before sautéing them in a cast iron skillet. This prevents that bitter taste that can sometimes happen when they’re overcooked.
To take it up a notch, I add cranberries, balsamic vinegar, and maple syrup for a perfect balance of sweet and savory. For the past two years, I’ve brought this dish to my family’s Christmas dinner, and I think I’ve finally converted them into Brussels sprout lovers!
Trust me, this recipe will be the star of your holiday table.
Holiday Maple Balsamic Brussel Sprouts
These Holiday Maple Balsamic Brussel Sprouts make for an easy festive side dish for Thanksgiving & holiday dinner parties. They’re quick-to-prepare, healthy and tasty. Enjoy!
Ingredients
- 4 cups Brussel sprouts
- Olive oil spray
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 cup cranberries
- ½ cup pecans
- Dash of sea salt
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
- Cut off ends of Brussels and cut in half lengthwise
- Place Brussels on baking sheet with olive oil spray and sea salt
- Cook for 15-20 mins or until lightly crisp.
- Remove Brussels from the oven.
- Add 2 tbsp olive oil to cast iron skillet.
- Add roasted Brussels to skillet with cranberries and pecans.
- Cook on medium heat, stirring every few mins to incorporate all flavors.
- Add 1 tbsp balsamic 3-4 minutes in.
- Cook for a few mins then add in maple syrup before removing from heat.
- Serve as a side at your holiday dinner. Enjoy!
