Brussels Sprouts with Toasted Almonds

Brussels sprouts are so healthy, but coming up with a recipe that pleases a crowd (especially a teenager) can be a challenge. Well, challenge heard, received, and won! This will become one of your go-to weeknight sides. It's easy, healthy, and delicious!

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 30 mins
• Calories: 270 Calories

Ingredients

• salt and ground black pepper to taste
• 1 clove garlic, crushed
• ¼ cup finely grated Parmesan cheese
• ½ lemon, zested
• 3 tablespoons panko bread crumbs
• 1 ½ pounds Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
• ¼ cup unsalted butter, softened, divided
• ¼ cup Spanish Marcona almonds

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Fill a saucepan with 1/2-inch water and bring to a boil. Add Brussels sprouts, cover, and cook until easily pierced with a fork, 8 to 10 minutes. Drain and transfer to a bowl.

Step 2

Heat 2 tablespoons butter in a skillet over medium-low heat until melted. Add almonds and garlic clove; cook and stir until lightly toasted, 4 to 5 minutes. Remove from heat and discard garlic clove.

Step 3

Stir lemon zest, salt, and pepper into almonds; add to bowl of Brussels sprouts.

Step 4

Heat remaining 2 tablespoons butter in a small skillet over medium-low heat. Add bread crumbs; stir until evenly coated and golden, 3 to 5 minutes. Add to bowl of Brussels sprouts.

Step 5

Sprinkle Parmesan cheese over Brussels sprouts; toss to combine.