Courtney Johnson . Aug 6 . 3 years ago Share Post

Cast Iron Parmesan Brussel Sprouts

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I’m not going to lie, but I was never a big fan of brussel sprouts growing up. I think mainly because my mom hates them so I never really tried until I was older. Now every restaurant I go to I want to try the Brussel sprouts as an appetizer. They are such a delicious vegetable especially when they get nice and crispy. I decided to create these Cast Iron Parmesan Brussel sprouts because I love the flavor combination in the recipe.

Ingredients for cast iron brussel sprouts

To start this recipe you need lots of fresh brussel sprouts. I chop them in half and then mix then with a thick balsamic reduction. The balsamic soaks into the Brussels ands adds a great tangy flavor. I then place them in a cast iron skillet to brown on each side. It gives the vegetable a nice grill kinda char flavor that is just so important when making Brussel sprouts in my opinion. After I brown both sides I sprinkle a little parmesan over each and then place them in the oven to finish cooking. The parmesan adds such a delicious saltiness and compliments the acidity from the balsamic. I sprinkle a little extra sea salt after they finish cooking because I like this dish salty, but that step is totally optional.

close up of cast iron brussel sprouts with parmesan cheese

These parmesan roasted Brussel sprouts are such an ideal appetizer to make, just like I like to start at any restaurant. They get that nice crisp char on the outside, but are tender on the inside. They would pair well with so many different meals such as chicken and rice, steak, in a build your own bowl, with tofu or salmon. So many different varieties to pair these Brussel sprout dish. My mom and dad don’t love Brussel sprouts, but they had no problem eating these. If your looking for a new way to cook and eat Brussel sprouts then give these a try! They would be delicious variety served up in my buddha bowl recipe.

Plate of cast iron brussel sprouts

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Parmesan Roasted Brussel Sprouts

Crispy brussel sprouts coated in a balsamic reduction and topped with parmesan cheese

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 25

Servings

Calories 75kcal

Equipment

1 12" cast iron skillet

Ingredients

16 oz halfed brussel sprouts
1 tbsp balsamic reduction (thick balsamic vinegar)
1/2-1 cup dairy free parmesan or regular if not vegan
salt to taste
avocado oil spray

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350 and heat a large cast iron skillet coated with avocado oil on medium high heat
Toss the half brussel sprouts with the balsamic reduction in a large bowl. Then place flat side down on the cast iron skillet and let cook for 2-3 minutes until brown to charred or crispy then flip
Cook the other side for an additional 2-3 minutes until charred and then sprinkle each with parmesan cheese (skip if you are using regualr parmesan). Place in the oven for 20 minutes until the cheese is melted and brussels are tender. (Add regular parmesan cheese the last 2-3 minutes because it will melt faster)
Remove from oven and sprinkle with flakey sea salt if desired. Then ready to serve