30 Brussels Sprouts Thanksgiving Recipes That Are Pretty Much Foolproof (2024)

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1. Cranberry, Brussels Sprouts And Brie Skillet Nachos 2. Dorie Greenspan’s Maple Syrup And Mustard Brussels Sprouts 3. Brussels Sprouts Latkes 4. Brussels Sprouts Gratin 5. Spicy Roasted Brussels Sprouts 6. Kale And Brussels Sprout Caesar Slaw 7. Crispy Parmesan Brussels Sprout Bites 8. Pan Roasted Brussels Sprouts With Bacon, Dates And Halloumi 9. Brussels Sprouts Skillet With Crispy Pancetta-garlic Bread Crumbs 10. Air Fryer Crispy Balsamic Brussels Sprouts 11. Roasted Brussels Sprouts Quinoa 12. Warm Radicchio, Brussels Sprout And Fennel Salad With Tahini Granola 13. Brussels Sprout Sliders 14. Dijon-maple Chicken With Brussels Sprouts And Butternut Squash 15. Creamed Brussels Sprouts With Caramelized Onions 16. Cacio E Pepe Brussels Sprouts 17. Make-ahead Farro And Brussels Sprout Salad 18. Crispy Bacon-wrapped Brussels Sprouts 19. Sheet Pan Thanksgiving Dinner 20. Parmesan Brussels Sprouts 21. Roasted Balsamic Butternut Squash And Brussels Sprouts 22. Cheesy Polenta Bites With Brussels Sprouts And Pancetta 23. Roasted Pumpkin And Brussels Sprouts With Poached Eggs 24. Winter Pear Salad 25. Miso Glazed Brussels Sprouts And Cranberries 26. Keto Brussels Sprouts Casserole With Bacon 27. Brussels Sprout Salad 28. Shaved Brussels Sprouts Salad 29. Lemony Fried Brussels Sprouts 30. Brussels Sprouts Mac And Cheese Food Editor FAQs

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30 Brussels Sprouts Thanksgiving Recipes That Are Pretty Much Foolproof (1)

By Taryn Pire

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Published Nov 24, 2020

Between decadent sides like mac and cheese, stuffing and mashed potatoes, it’s easy for vegetables to get neglected on Turkey Day. But not this year. Presenting 30 Brussels sprouts Thanksgiving recipes that are easy, unexpected and delicious.

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1. Cranberry, Brussels Sprouts And Brie Skillet Nachos

Hello, sweet-and-salty bliss. Your guests will never see this appetizer coming.

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2. Dorie Greenspan’s Maple Syrup And Mustard Brussels Sprouts

As far as fall recipe ideas go, plating these over mashed sweet potatoes sounds ingenious to us.

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3. Brussels Sprouts Latkes

An autumnal spin on a holiday classic. Never shredded Brussels sprouts before? It’s super easy.

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4. Brussels Sprouts Gratin

Sayonara, potatoes. This is a job for the season’s most beloved vegetable (and a whole lot of milk, cream and Gruyère).

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5. Spicy Roasted Brussels Sprouts

Honey and sriracha are *always* invited to Thanksgiving dinner.

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6. Kale And Brussels Sprout Caesar Slaw

The vegan dressing gets all its creaminess from soaked sunflower seeds and almonds. Even better, the recipe works with basically any winter greens.

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7. Crispy Parmesan Brussels Sprout Bites

Careful, these hors d’oeuvres are shockingly poppable. Especially when they’re dunked in lemony Dijonnaise.

8. Pan Roasted Brussels Sprouts With Bacon, Dates And Halloumi

Don’t look now, but even the turkey is getting jealous.

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9. Brussels Sprouts Skillet With Crispy Pancetta-garlic Bread Crumbs

Because vegetables can only get better with a dose of carbs and salty, fatty pancetta.

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10. Air Fryer Crispy Balsamic Brussels Sprouts

Sharp red onion and tangy balsamic vinegar can bring any boring side to life.

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11. Roasted Brussels Sprouts Quinoa

Want to take care of your veggies and grains just 30 minutes before your relatives arrive? Look no further than this sheet pan wonder.

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12. Warm Radicchio, Brussels Sprout And Fennel Salad With Tahini Granola

The sweater season pièce de résistance? Apple cider vinaigrette.

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13. Brussels Sprout Sliders

These toothpick-toting cuties are stuffed with prosciutto, mozzarella and tomato.

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14. Dijon-maple Chicken With Brussels Sprouts And Butternut Squash

If your family skips turkey on Thanksgiving, try this sheet pan recipe. It’ll take care of your sides and main in less than an hour.

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15. Creamed Brussels Sprouts With Caramelized Onions

Meet the mac and cheese of vegetables, loaded with golden-brown sweet onions and crispy sage.

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16. Cacio E Pepe Brussels Sprouts

You can’t go wrong with freshly ground black pepper and grated Pecorino Romano.

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17. Make-ahead Farro And Brussels Sprout Salad

Spare yourself some stress by prepping the salad a few days in advance. Don’t skip the pomegranate seeds; they make for an elegant, wintry finishing touch.

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18. Crispy Bacon-wrapped Brussels Sprouts

These honey-kissed beauties are destined for Thanksgiving co*cktail hour.

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19. Sheet Pan Thanksgiving Dinner

OK, you’re going to want to sit down for this. What if we told you it’s possible to cook turkey, stuffing, sweet potatoes and sprouts on two sheet pans in less than two hours? Bye-bye, panic mode.

20. Parmesan Brussels Sprouts

Never tried breaded Brussels before? Buckle up: These are ridiculously crispy and coated in panko bread crumbs, Cajun seasoning and all the grated Parm.

21. Roasted Balsamic Butternut Squash And Brussels Sprouts

This healthy side dish comes fully loaded with fall fixins, from dried cranberries to maple syrup to ground cinnamon.

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22. Cheesy Polenta Bites With Brussels Sprouts And Pancetta

Think of these as tiny gems of the crispiest, cheesiest cornbread ever. Even better? They’re piled high with goat cheese, salty pancetta and crisp Brussels.

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23. Roasted Pumpkin And Brussels Sprouts With Poached Eggs

Yukon Gold potatoes and minced habanero give the pumpkin and sprouts lots of body and spice. Table the eggs until Black Friday brunch.

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24. Winter Pear Salad

And you thought the turkey would be the gorgeous centerpiece. Think candied walnuts, crumbled blue cheese, pomegranate arils and sliced Bosc pear.

25. Miso Glazed Brussels Sprouts And Cranberries

Bake the sprouts in white miso paste, rice wine, sesame oil and ginger until they turn golden brown.

26. Keto Brussels Sprouts Casserole With Bacon

Green beans and cream of mushroom soup? Again? You can do better than that.

27. Brussels Sprout Salad

The rustic combo of greens, juicy apple, crispy bacon and buttery hazelnuts will never go out of style.

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28. Shaved Brussels Sprouts Salad

Sure, you could chop each individual Brussels sprout by hand with a knife. But to save time—and time is of the essence on Thanksgiving—run these babies through a mandolin. If the idea of slicing a finger freaks you out, you can also use a food processor. Better yet, buy a pre-sliced bag at the store.

29. Lemony Fried Brussels Sprouts

We’re keeping this one in the Thanksgiving menu rotation for years to come.

30. Brussels Sprouts Mac And Cheese

Think mac and cheese from scratch is too time-consuming for a busy holiday? This one-skillet side by Coterie member Monique Volz is ready and on the table in 30 minutes. (Touché.)

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30 Brussels Sprouts Thanksgiving Recipes That Are Pretty Much Foolproof (2024)

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Why do you soak brussel sprouts before cooking? ›

The soak time tenderizes the sprouts so the middles are softer. Don't worry, they won't be soggy! I would never do that to you. If, like me, you don't mind some chew to your sprouts, you don't need to soak the Brussels sprouts prior to cooking.

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Do you cut the ends off of Brussels sprouts before you cook them? ›

No matter how you're going to cook your Brussels sprouts, you'll want to trim them first. At the base of each sprout is the spot where it was originally connected to the plant. Unless you've just cut the sprouts off the stalk yourself, this area will have become dry and browned during storage.

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What pairs well with Brussels sprouts? ›

Mustard. The tang of a good mustard is a great match for earthy Brussels sprouts. A simple Dijon works wonders, but here whole-grain mustard lends that same flavor while also providing a little texture in the form of those crunchy mustard seeds.

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What gives Brussels sprouts a better taste? ›

In the late 1990s scientists identified specific chemicals, called glucosinolates, that made Brussels sprouts taste bitter. Plant breeders started growing old seeds, previously discarded for producing paltry harvests, to identify tastier versions with lower levels of these compounds.

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Should I boil my Brussels sprouts before roasting? ›

Unlike other vegetables, Brussels sprouts can be parboiled (even a day ahead) to reduce the roasting time without hurting their texture. That means the sprouts can be popped in the oven while the meat is resting before carving. Of course, if the main course is grilled or pan-cooked, the oven will be free for roasting.

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How many Brussels sprouts per person? ›

Sprouts on the stalk will stay fresher longer than sprouts that have been picked off and sold loose. Plan on about 1/2 pound (8 ounces) of raw brussels sprouts per person.

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Do you roast brussel sprouts face up or down? ›

Place the sprouts cut-side down: Trim and halve the sprouts and roast them with their cut side against the baking sheet. The cut side will caramelize beautifully while the outer leaves crisp.

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What are black spots on Brussels sprouts? ›

Fungal and bacterial infections cause black spots on Brussels sprouts. Prevent with spacing, air circulation, and tool sterilization.

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How far in advance can you prep Brussels sprouts? ›

Recipe Notes

Make ahead: Brussels sprouts can be trimmed and halved up to 3 days in advance. Stop treating the squash like a tuber and start thinking of it like a melon.

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Do you eat brussel sprout stems? ›

Yes, you can eat the stalk. Slice off the Brussels sprouts when they're fork tender, and return the stem to the oven. Let it roast for another 15 minutes. Test for tenderness, and then split the stalk with a sharp knife.

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What main dish goes with Brussels sprouts? ›

Crispy Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Panko

Serve alongside roasted chicken, fish or pork.

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What can I do with too many Brussels sprouts? ›

However, we're here to show you that when cooked right, these little sprouts can be a thing of beauty.
  1. Minestrone with quinoa and brussels sprouts. ...
  2. Crunchy sprout slaw. ...
  3. Brussels sprout, anchovy, lemon and caper spaghetti. ...
  4. Sprout and Stilton soup. ...
  5. Brussels sprouts with soba noodles and fish sauce vinaigrette. ...
  6. Sprout thoran.

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What other veggie goes with Brussels sprouts? ›

Apples, artichoke, broccoli, cauliflower, celery, eggplant, endive, fennel, garlic, ginger, orange, radish, zucchini. Basil, bay leaf, blue cheese, caraway seeds, nutmeg, parmesan cheese, parsley, pistachio, thyme.

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Why is brussel sprouts controversial? ›

Surprisingly, it could be your genes that determine your feelings about these controversial little vegetables. A 2011 study by Cornwall College found that sprouts contain a chemical, similar to phenylthiocarbamide, which only tastes bitter to people who have a variation of a certain gene.

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Why do you put a cross in the bottom of brussel sprouts? ›

In fact, the tradition of cutting a cross in the base of a sprout might have less to do with culinary technique and more to do with superstition. In Medieval times, it was believed that evil spirits and demons lived between the leaves of the vegetable, and they would enter anyone who ate them, making them ill.

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Why not to boil brussel sprouts? ›

Steaming and boiling use moist heat, and moist heat can make Brussel Sprouts mushy and stinky—not a good combo. Give them the treatment they deserve by roasting them instead.

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What do brussel sprouts do to your body? ›

Eating a lot of Brussels sprouts and other cruciferous veggies may help protect against cancers of the stomach, lungs, kidney, breast, bladder, and prostate. Crunchy veggies like Brussels sprouts may also help you stave off other health issues, such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, heart disease, and diabetes.

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