Easy Smashed Brussels Sprouts

This recipe for smashed Brussels sprouts features par-boiled sprouts that are flattened then topped with delicious seasonings and baked to perfection.

• Preparation Time: 15 mins
• Cooking Time: 40 mins
• Total Time: 55 mins
• Calories: 172 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste
• 1 cup finely grated Pecorino Romano cheese
• 2 pounds Brussels sprouts, washed and cleaned
• 0.5 medium lemon
• 0.25 cup extra-virgin olive oil

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).

Step 2

Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes. Gently flip sprouts and sprinkle with Pecorino Romano cheese. Return to the oven and bake until sprouts are soft and cheese is melted, 10 to 15 more minutes.

Step 3

Bring a large pot of cold water to a boil. Add Brussels sprouts and cook until softened, 7 to 9 minutes, depending on size. Strain and transfer to an ice bath to stop cooking.

Step 4

Strain cooled sprouts and spread onto paper towels to dry. Pat the tops dry as well.

Step 5

Transfer sprouts to a large baking sheet and smash with the bottom of a Mason jar. Pat dry with a paper towel to soak up any additional liquid. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle generously with sea salt and pepper. Sprinkle pepper flakes over the top, then shake the tray a bit to distribute the oil and spices.

Step 6

Remove from the oven and place the baking sheet onto a wire cooling rack. Squeeze lemon over top, then transfer sprouts to a serving plate.