Grilled Paprika Brussels Sprouts Recipe

If you are an adventurous eater, then chances are good that you have already discovered that Brussels sprouts can be juiced, in their raw form, with apples and cucumbers...

If you aren't quite there in terms of "exploring" all the possibilities, let us hand you this tried-and-true recipe of grilled paprika Brussels sprouts. No one will raise an eyebrow at this if you serve it at your next dinner party; in fact, it may be the very recipe that makes them rethink the flavor of this baby cabbage.

Brussels sprouts often get a bad rap, either for their slightly bitter taste or their typical cruciferous odor, yet they aren't all that bad. In fact, they aren't awful at all. And there are several reasons to consider eating them, even on a weekly basis.

Some people may go as far as calling them a superfood, we'll just say that they are enticing little bits of anti-inflammatory medicine which are uniquely disguised as food. They help to combat chronic inflammation, as well as sprouting powerful antioxidants that help us to live better, healthier lives.

Choose to love the flavor, and the vitamins and nutrients will come straight to your table.

You are free to choose the spices that you love best. Paprika, chili powder, and thyme is a classic combination. However, Brussels sprouts also taste amazing when baked with balsamic vinegar, raw honey, and dried cranberries.

Grilled Paprika Brussels Sprouts Recipe

Serves: 4 Prep: 10 min Cook: 12 min

Ingredients

• 1 lb. of Brussels sprouts, halved
• 1 ½ tbsp. paprika
• 1 tsp. chili powder
• 1 tsp. dried thyme
• ½ tsp. cumin
• ¼ cup olive oil
• 2 tbsp. fresh lemon juice
• Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

Preparation

1. Preheat the grill to medium heat.
2. In a bowl, combine the paprika, chili powder, thyme, and cumin; season to taste.
3. Drizzle the Brussels sprouts with olive oil and fresh lemon juice.
4. Sprinkle the paprika mixture all over the Brussels sprouts, and gently toss everything.
5. Heat a grilling basket over the preheated grill, and cook the sprouts for about 10 to 12 minutes, turning every few minutes.
6. Alternatively, if you don’t have a grill, you can cook the veggies in the oven at 400 F. for 15 to 20 minutes.

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Grilled Paprika Brussels Sprouts Recipe

Brussels sprouts are not only for holiday meals, but they can also be served on weeknights too, and now you can enjoy them grilled with hints of paprika and thyme.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 12 minutes mins

Total Time 22 minutes mins

Course Appetizer, Side Dish

Cuisine American

Servings 4 people

Calories 195 kcal

Ingredients

  

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• 1 lb. of Brussels sprouts halved
• 1 ½ tbsp. paprika
• 1 tsp. chili powder
• 1 tsp. dried thyme
• ½ tsp. cumin
• ¼ cup olive oil
• 2 tbsp. fresh lemon juice
• Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

 

• Preheat the grill to medium heat.
• In a bowl, combine the paprika, chili powder, thyme, and cumin; season to taste.
  1 ½ tbsp. paprika, 1 tsp. chili powder, 1 tsp. dried thyme, ½ tsp. cumin, Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
• Drizzle the Brussels sprouts with olive oil and fresh lemon juice.
  ¼ cup olive oil, 2 tbsp. fresh lemon juice, 1 lb. of Brussels sprouts
• Sprinkle the paprika mixture all over the Brussels sprouts, and gently toss everything.
• Heat a grilling basket over the preheated grill, and cook the sprouts for about 10 to 12 minutes, turning every few minutes.
• Alternatively, if you don’t have a grill, you can cook the veggies in the oven at 400 F. for 15 to 20 minutes.

Nutrition

Calories: 195kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 5gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 54mgPotassium: 620mgFiber: 7gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 4005IUVitamin C: 100mgCalcium: 94mgIron: 5mg

Keyword Brussels Sprouts, grilled, paleo, paprika, recipe

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