Best 7 Microwaved Brussels Sprouts With Almonds Recipes
Microwaved brussels sprouts with almonds is a healthy and quick-to-prepare dish. It is an excellent side dish that can complement various main courses. This dish is a great way to add more vegetables to your diet and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. The combination of roasted brussels sprouts and almonds provides a unique blend of flavors and textures that is sure to please.
Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!
MICROWAVE BRUSSELS SPROUTS
Prepare these dressed-up microwave Brussels sprouts when your conventional oven is filled with the main dish. I think you will agree the cheese topping makes these sprouts special enough to include in a holiday meal. -Gloria Warczak, Cedarburg, Wisconsin
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 20m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place the brussels sprouts in a 1-1/2-qt. microwave-safe dish; add water. Sprinkle with celery salt and pepper. Cover and microwave on high for 6-8 minutes or until tender, stirring and rotating a quarter turn every 2 minutes. Drain. Sprinkle with cheese; microwave on high for 30-60 seconds or until cheese begins to melt. Combine cornflakes and butter; sprinkle over sprouts.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 75 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 128mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
MICROWAVED BRUSSELS SPROUTS WITH ALMONDS
These are the best brussels sprouts I have ever had. I remember as a child disliking them, and have only tried them again recently. I really enjoy the baby brussel sprouts cooked this way- they are much sweeter than the larger brussels. You can steam the brussel sprouts if preferred
Provided by Jubes
Categories Vegetable
Time 15m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Place butter and almonds in a microwave bowl, cook on HIGH 2 minutes. Stir after one minute.
- Place trimmed sprouts in shallow dish with two teaspoons of water. Cover and cook on HIGH for 5 minutes or until tender, toss with almonds and butter.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 57.5, Fat 4, SaturatedFat 2, Cholesterol 8, Sodium 39.8, Carbohydrate 4.8, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 1.1, Protein 1.9
BROWN BUTTER ALMOND BRUSSELS SPROUTS
Steps:
- Place Brussels sprouts in microwave safe dish and cover. Microwave on HIGH 7 minutes; stir halfway through cooking. Heat the butter in a fry pan until it turns nut brown. Add the almonds and toss to brown. Stir in extract. Add the Brussels sprouts, season with salt and pepper and toss. Cook for another 2 minutes. Garnish with chives and serve hot.
SHAVED BRUSSELS SPROUTS WITH BACON AND ALMONDS
Brussels Sprouts are shredded like cabbage and quickly sauteed in bacon drippings with garlic and almonds. This recipe has made Brussels sprouts lovers out of haters.
Provided by Boomdog02
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Brussels Sprouts
Time 30m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Fry bacon in a large deep skillet over medium heat until browned and crisp, 5 to 10 minutes. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside on paper towels.
- Add the garlic and almonds to the fat in the skillet and cook briefly over medium heat until toasted. Add the Brussels sprouts and quickly toss to coat with the hot oil. Sprinkle the red wine vinegar over the sprouts and toss again to coat. Cook, stirring frequently, until sprouts are wilted. Remove from the heat, stir in the bacon and season to taste with salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 221.6 calories, Carbohydrate 22.2 g, Cholesterol 14.3 mg, Fat 12.1 g, Fiber 9.1 g, Protein 11.1 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, Sodium 232 mg, Sugar 5.1 g
ROASTED BRUSSELS SPROUTS WITH CRANBERRIES & ALMONDS
If Brussels sprouts taste bitter to you, roast them for a gentle sweetness that goes with cranberries and almonds. This side dish won us over. -Claudia Lamascolo, Melbourne, Florida
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 40m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°. In a large bowl, toss Brussels sprouts with oil, salt, garlic powder and pepper. Transfer to a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Roast 30-35 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally., In a small saucepan, combine vinegar and sugar; bring to a boil, stirring to dissolve sugar. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, 15-20 minutes or until syrupy, stirring occasionally., To serve, place Brussels sprouts in a serving dish; drizzle with glaze and toss to coat. Sprinkle with cranberries and almonds.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 284 calories, Fat 10g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 260mg sodium, Carbohydrate 48g carbohydrate (34g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 6g protein.
ROASTED BRUSSELS SPROUTS WITH ALMONDS AND HONEY
I know not everybody likes Brussels sprouts but this is a really good recipe! I got it from Martha Stewart Living.
Provided by Lindas Kitchen
Categories < 60 Mins
Time 50m
Yield 8-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Place sprouts,butter,and almonds on a rimmed baking sheet. Season with salt and pepper; toss to combine. Roast, stirring, until golden brown and tender, 35 to 40 minutes.
- Transfer to a serving bowl; immediately dress with honey and lemon juice, and season with salt and pepper. Serve warm or at room temperature.
BRUSSELS SPROUTS WITH ALMONDS AND MANCHEGO
This is my favorite veggie dish to make for any special occasion. It is quick and easy to prepare. The almonds and cheese add just the right light, complimentary flavors to the Brussels!
Provided by Laura Beck
Categories Fruits and Vegetables Vegetables Brussels Sprouts Roasted
Time 45m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
- Toss Brussels sprouts in olive oil. Arrange on a baking sheet, cut-side down. Season with salt and pepper.
- Bake in the preheated oven until Brussels begin to get tender, about 10 minutes. Remove from the oven; sprinkle with sliced almonds. Return to the oven and continue cooking until sprouts begin to crisp and brown on the edges and almonds are toasted, 15 to 20 minutes more.
- Remove from the oven and transfer to a medium serving bowl. Add Manchego cheese, lemon juice and lemon zest; mix until sprouts are well coated. Season with salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 153 calories, Carbohydrate 12.2 g, Cholesterol 5.1 mg, Fat 10.1 g, Fiber 5.1 g, Protein 6.5 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 146 mg, Sugar 3.3 g
Tips:
- To ensure even cooking, trim the Brussels sprouts so they're all about the same size.
- Don't overcrowd the microwave; cook the Brussels sprouts in batches if necessary.
- For a more tender texture, add a splash of water or broth to the microwave-safe bowl before cooking.
- For a crispy texture, toss the Brussels sprouts with a drizzle of olive oil before cooking.
- Season the Brussels sprouts with salt and pepper to taste, or add other seasonings like garlic powder, onion powder, or paprika.
- Garnish the Brussels sprouts with chopped almonds, grated Parmesan cheese, or a squeeze of lemon juice before serving.
Conclusion:
Microwaving Brussels sprouts is a quick and easy way to prepare this healthy and delicious vegetable. With just a few minutes in the microwave, you can have a side dish that's perfect for any occasion. Whether you prefer your Brussels sprouts tender and juicy or crispy and browned, there's a recipe in this article that will suit your taste. So next time you're looking for a healthy and delicious side dish, give microwaved Brussels sprouts a try.
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