Green and good for you; the perfect veggie side dish!
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It takes a true lover of vegetables to embrace both asparagus and Brussels sprouts at the same time. For those folks, this is the ultimate side dish that could quickly become one of your favorites. For everyone else, just give it a chance, these are two of the healthiest vegetables on the planet. This is a great side dish for a health-conscious person to have. It’s also simple and quick enough for anyone to prepare.
Taste-wise, you may not have the highest of expectations for asparagus and Brussels sprouts, but you might be surprised. After all, the recipe calls for both garlic powder and chili flakes. You could even play around with your own seasonings if you want. You should be able to get plenty of flavor from this dish, not to mention crunchy and tender vegetables that are good for you. In other words, this side dish helps to give you the best of both worlds.
If you somehow learn to like either asparagus or Brussels sprouts, there are plenty more recipes that include these wonderful vegetables. Consider fixing yourself an easy asparagus stir fry or simply cooking up some air fryer asparagus. If that’s not appealing enough, you can add cheese to the equation with our cheesy baked asparagus recipe. Meanwhile, feel free to try shaved Brussels sprouts or try a more advanced recipe by preparing oven-baked balsamic roasted Brussels sprouts.
Are Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Asparagus Healthy?
This recipe for Brussels sprouts and asparagus is vegan-friendly, low-carb, dairy free, gluten free and very healthy for you. Both vegetables are packed with nutritional benefits. Brussels sprouts are noted for their high volume of Vitamin C, Vitamin K, calcium, and antioxidants. Meanwhile, asparagus is rich in Vitamin E, Vitamin K, and a variety of other nutrients. It’s also been known to help lower blood pressure and improve digestion. Frankly, this just scratches the surface of the health benefits of these two vegetables.
A Little Extra
Part of the beauty of this recipe is in its simplicity. As mentioned, with some garlic powder and pepper flakes, this dish should be bursting with flavor. However, there are always little ways to enhance the taste of asparagus and Brussels sprouts even more. For instance, a little lemon juice can provide a citrusy flavor. Others might prefer a balsamic reduction to complement the taste of the veggies. Ultimately, our advice is to keep this recipe and not overthink things too much. But there’s no harm in adding a little extra to this recipe to suit your personal tastes.
INGREDIENTS
- 1 pound Brussels sprouts
- 1 pound asparagus
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
- 1/4 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
- kosher salt, to taste
- pepper, to taste
INSTRUCTIONS
Preheat
Get your oven hot and ready for roasting at 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
Prepare Brussels Sprouts
Clean, trim, and halve the Brussels sprouts before tossing them with olive oil and salt.
Roast Sprouts
Lay the sprouts on a lined baking sheet and roast until they’re starting to brown.
Prepare Asparagus
Snap off the tough ends of the asparagus and cut into pieces, then toss with oil and salt.
Combine and Roast
Add asparagus to the sheet with the sprouts and roast until all veggies are tender and caramelized.
Serve
Take the roasted veggies out of the oven, plate them up, and enjoy.
Devour!
FAQs & Tips
Leftovers from this dish can be stored in an airtight container and refrigerated for up to 3 or 4 days. However, make sure the vegetables have a chance to cool before putting them away.
While not necessarily required for this recipe, some people like soaking Brussels sprouts in water before cooking them to help make them soft and tender.
It might be time to give them another chance. Farmers have worked over the last couple of decades to remove bitter compounds from it, so you might be pleasantly surprised to find they taste better than you remember.
Serving Suggestions
There are many meals that could use asparagus and Brussels sprouts as a side dish. Just about anything with chicken is usually a good fit, including paleo orange chicken or cashew chicken sheet pan dinner. Various types of fish are also a good fit for these veggies. For instance we might recommend cajun grilled cod or poached salmon. Finally, for non-vegetarians, don’t be afraid to mix your veggies with a nice piece of meat by cooking beef with garlic sauce as your main course.
Easy Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Asparagus
Ingredients
- 1 pound Brussels sprouts
- 1 pound asparagus
- 2 tablespoons olive oil divided
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder optional
- 1/4 teaspoon chili flakes optional
- kosher salt to taste
- pepper to taste
Instructions
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Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit to ensure it’s hot and ready for roasting.
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Prepare the Brussels sprouts by cleaning them, trimming the stems, and cutting them in half. Toss them with half the olive oil and a pinch of salt for flavor.
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Spread the prepared Brussels sprouts on a baking sheet lined with foil or parchment for easy cleanup, and roast in the preheated oven for 20 minutes until they start to brown.
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While the sprouts are roasting, prepare the asparagus by snapping off the tough ends and cutting the spears into bite-sized pieces. Toss them with the remaining olive oil and a little salt.
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Add the asparagus to the baking sheet with the Brussels sprouts, and continue to roast for an additional 10 minutes until everything is tender and caramelized.
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Remove the roasted vegetables from the oven and serve immediately as a nutritious and tasty side dish. DEVOUR!
Nutrition
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