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These roasted Brussels sprouts with balsamic will be your new favorite way to enjoy sprouts! Made with just 5 ingredients, they are crispy, tender, and perfect every time!
Side dishes make all the difference for a delicious meal.
While I have a ton of side dishes on hand, I have a few favorites up my sleeve. They seem to all involve Brussels sprouts, including twice cooked sprouts, air fryer Brussels sprouts, and these roasted Brussels sprouts with balsamic.
Why you’ll love this recipe
If you are someone who hasn’t been one to fawn over sprouts, this way of cooking them will be a game changer. The balsamic caramelizes the sprouts and makes them SUPER crispy!
- Crispy on the outside, soft on the inside.
- Ready in just 20 minutes.
- They are made with just 5 ingredients.
What I love about this recipe is just how versatile it is. Add some diced bacon for a meaty twist, or sprinkle some parmesan on top for that flavorful punch, or a drizzle of honey for that sweet and salty dish.
How to make balsamic Brussels sprouts
The Ingredients.
- Brussels sprouts– trimmed and halved, leaving several smaller ones whole.
- Olive oil– Ensures the sprouts are crispy on the outside!
- Salt and pepper– To taste.
- Balsamic vinegar– Use a good quality balsamic as it makes all the difference!
The Instructions.
Start by adding the trimmed sprouts in a mixing bowl. Drizzle with olive oil, salt, and pepper, and mix well. Drizzle a little balsamic vinegar.
Next, transfer the seasoned sprouts on a lined baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through.
Now, remove the roasted sprouts from the oven and drizzle with the remaining balsamic vinegar. Serve immediately.
Flavor variations
While delicious on its own, here are some fun ways to change up the flavor of the sprouts!
- Cheese– Add some shredded mozzarella or finely grated parmesan cheese.
- Vegetables– sliced onions, bell peppers, and garlic cloves.
- Meat– Take this dish up a notch by adding some finely diced bacon or pancetta.
- Seasonings– Add a spicy or smoky hit with some smoked paprika, red pepper flakes, or chili.
- Add sweetness– For a sweet kick that pairs well with sprouts, drizzle some honey or maple syrup.
Storing and freezing instructions
- To store: Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator, covered, for up to three days.
- To freeze: Place the cooked and cooled Brussels sprouts in an airtight container and store it in the freezer for up to 6 months.
- Reheating: Either microwave the sprouts for 20-30 seconds or reheat in the oven for 3-4 minutes, until crispy.
Ways to use leftovers
These sprouts are so versatile, you can add it to salads (like a spinach salad) make buddha bowls with it, or pair it with some simple protein (like air fryer chicken breast or salmon).
Personally, I love to eat it on its own with one of these dipping sauces.
More side dish recipes to try
Frequently Asked Questions
Cooking the sprouts completely always gets rid of any bitterness. Under-cooking them risks them still having the subtle bitter flavor.
There is no need to boil the sprouts before roasting them. The sprouts are halved before roasting them, which reduces the cooking time.
These sprouts are keto friendly, with just 3 grams of net carbs per serving.
Balsamic Brussels Sprouts
Ingredients
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 200C/400F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the Brussels sprouts with the olive oil, salt , pepper, and one tablespoon of the balsamic vinegar. Using your hands, mix well to ensure all the vegetables are evenly coated.
- Transfer the Brussels sprouts to the baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway trhough.
- Remove from oven and drizzle with remaining balsamic vinegar.
I love brussel sprouts! My usual preparation: I get minced onions going in a hot pan with grapeseed oil, let them get just a touch of color, then throw in halved sprouts, add salt and pepper and lightly brown them, add a splash of water and cover the pan for just 2 minutes; they’re so simple and sooooo delicious! I have tried these as well. Yuuummeeee! Balsamic vinegar is good on so many things! (I dunno about old shoes lol!) Whoever thought to boil Brussels? yuck! Though, I can imagine boiled sprouts with a drizzle of balsamic vinegar and a dash of salt. A simple fix if some grandmother or someone boiled your sprouts lol
This sounds fabulous, Sofia!
This was yuuuumy! I used red vinegar and added onions and tasted like the Whole Foods brussels. Next time I’ll try another vinegar and maybe add another tablespoon. Thank you for sharing!
Oh yay- Thanks so much, Ruth! The addition of onions sound great!
My entire family loved these. I made them last night. Thanks for sharing the recipes with us!!!!
Dianna! Thanks so much for your feedback- That means the world! 🙂
I really need to use Brussels sprouts more. Wonderful approach, can’t wait to try it.
Thank you!
There’s nothing better than balsamic roasted sprouts, and this looks easy enough to pull off. Thanks for sharing!
Of course! thanks Kelly!
I want a bajillion of these balsamic brussels in my face. They’re totally in tune with my ALL THE GREEN FOODS theme this month too =)
Pretty sure cheese and pizza aren’t green. But let’s pretend we’re colour blind 😉
My fav veggie and my fav vinegar…Yeah, I am in love.
Match made in heaven!
would you believe I only just started enjoying Brussels sprouts like, two years ago? I never liked them either, until I had them roasted.
now I make them all the time. mine are Ginger Lime. I love the WF version, thank you for this recipe!!!
WHAT! No way….well, so did I haha!
Ginger/Lime? That sounds divine!
Oh my gosh, ginger lime? Recipe please??
Roasting Brussels sprouts is my favorite way to prepare them! Love the idea of adding balsamic. Yum!
Thanks Holley- I can’t stand brussels any other way!
Oh Arman – I get such a kick out just reading all your replies to comments…the comments are awesome too huh? You’re gonna be so glad you linked back to our Weekend Potluck party, Man! ;-} So glad you shared with us.
Found your recipe on the Weekend Pot Luck. We love brussel sprouts – all 14 of us. Recently I purchased some and had to hide them from the 7 year old son to keep him from eating them raw. Really!? Anyway . . . I’ve never made them with balsamic and I can’t wait to try your recipe :-). Blessings –
https://www.theprairiemom.com/blog/apple-pie-in-a-bowl/
14 of you guys?! Wow that is impressive Connie! And eating them RAW? Respect- so much respect there!
Thanks for stopping by 🙂
I’ve never tried brussel sprouts, but this recipe looks really good and I might just have to give them a shot!!! Thanks for sharing them at Gluten Free Wednesdays 🙂
-Cassidy
Thanks so much, Cassidy- You need to try brussels- They are so underrated!
Yum! I love Brussels sprouts but have never thought of using balsamic. Can’t wait to try it.
Thanks Sami- It gives it a delicious tang! 🙂
Great recipe! As a yummy alternative I’ve roasted Brussels with a mix of EVOO and maple syrup. SO good!
Sandi, I’ve been dying to try maple syrup with my brussels- Thanks for the reminder!
I’m a big old fan of the sprouts although the Hubby can’t stand them. I still force them upon him from time to time. He appeases me because he’s a good man, and I just shared a great tip for marital bliss right there.
WHAT? I used to be like that too. Just cover it in cheese and call it a green souffle.
I was so shocked when I was following the incident in Sydney on the news. It’s hard to believe things like this actually happen, and I’m sure it must be really scary when it’s so close to home. I’m glad you weren’t personally affected by it.
I never really hated Brussels sprouts, but I only just liked them as a kid. Now I LOVE them thanks to discovering the concept of roasting them. SO much better than steaming/boiling.
Thanks heaps buddy. I’m going to go by the site on Boxing Day. The city is so sombre right now.
Growing up I thought I hated brussels sprouts because I’m pretty sure my mom just boiled them or something gross. I made them not long ago for my family and they were a huge hit – I will have to try this recipe for sure!
Thanks Kim- I promise it’s super simple 😉
Totally random but I thought you might appreciate this youtube video of americans trying australian snacks.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ru6wri23Ljk
Haha, I’ve seen that! I hope no one else does, it might detract them from coming here!
I ALWAYS get these when I go to Whole Paycheck! With bacon. Duh. 😉
Duh! We need to add this to our date list. You already have a Vegas. Can I be…the strip? Ha, Vegas Strip and bacon strip. Okay, I need to go to sleep.
Brilliant! Just say when.
I want in on this trip! strip!
I think pickles get unfair stigma. I could eat pickles all day, everyday on everything and be happy. Some people think I should have “grown out of them”. Bahumbug! I’ll be praying for those affected by the terrorism in the chocolate store!
Oh I love pickles!!! I want to this Turkish restaurant and ate all the parsnip pickles then got extra. I woke up the next day with a puffy face!
Oh I need to take you to the Whole Foods in Boulder, CO – their hot bar brussels sprouts, garlic/lemon juice/pepper/salt… OMFG OMFG OMFG OMFG! I pretty much murdered my roommate in college with the stench, LMFAO! I do think I told you this story though, right?
Dude, I think road trip there needs to happen.
…Ms.Febreeze.
watch out WF, the big man is putting you to shame. I like them sprouts. Yours!
Haha, come eat sprouts with me!
My boyfriend’s favorite item from the hot bar. I am sure the recipe will be delicious. Thanks for sharing this one!
No worries, hope you try it out!
I don’t think you can find a food that doesn’t taste better with bacon, especially when it comes to veggies. Umm, you need to come to Alberta, and then take me to LA or New York and we’ll eat at Whole Foods. K deal? deal.
Geeze, full of demands. Can we actually do that and find Americans to marry to give us green cards? Then we have a double deal.
I am 100% down for this plan.
How have I not seen these at Whole Foods?! Brussels are so underrated. So what if they’re a little stanky…they taste DELISH hot outta the oven! Bravo.
Sunshine, you have some epic salad concoction which would trump this!
Glad you and your family are OK, sad to hear about the Lindt place. Super scary.
Brussels sprouts were once a daily staple in my diet. Halved, roasted, salted, consumed. Then the gut bugs had a little too much bloaty fun so I started eating them once in a while. These do look quite tasty.
Thanks Britt- It’s still quite solemn here at the moment. I would make them a staple, should they be a decent price. They are ridiculous right now…
I’m thinking Christmas dinner….
Definitely!
Brussles are the best. I typically keep a bunch roasted in the fridge to just randomly snack on with mustard, eat in salads, etc. Long live the brussel.
I’m amazed they can last that long!
My love affair with sprouts has been going strong for the past 2 months. Love love love sprouts in balsamic.
YES. Let’s hope it only gets stronger!
I roasted brussels sprouts the other day and I totally should’ve added the balsamic vinegar! I hated them for a really long time, but after trying a delicious version at a restaurant I’ve decided to give them another shot.
So glad you have- They are underestimated (provided they are cooked the right way!)
Glad you are doing well after that incident in Sydney. Such a terrible thing. But these brussel sprouts are the opposite of terrible. They’ve been making quite the appearance in my household this year as I’ve grown to love them more and more. I’ve been roasting these and broccoli with balsamic vinegar and sea salt for months now! Addicted.
Thanks heaps, Kaylin!
So good, right? Even broccoli roasted is delicious!
You already know how much I love my alien bug brussels sprouts. WOW these look so delicious. I will be trying these for sure…and promptly eating the whole pan by myself most likely. It’ll be a nice change from our usual coconut oil pan-roasted sprouts!
P.S. So glad to hear that you’re safe. Praying for Sydney! ♥
LOL. That is so date, my favourite vlog ever.
Thank you so much. The aura here is weird. Like, surreal. I’m going to go to the site on Friday.
I LOVE that they are becoming the “it” food. They have always been a fav or mine. How could anyone not love these gorgeous little gems? This recipe looks amazing–
Thanks Michelle! Please tell me they have become cheaper in Malaysia- I remember it being SO expensive when I was there!
I love Brussels sprouts every which way and yours look awesome! Pinning now!
Thank you, Sonali! You and me both!
I have never cooked them and mostly find them bitter when other people do. I am going to try this!
I used to swell, the key is roasting them to a crisp until they caramelise! 🙂
Hi Arman. Glad you’re safe. And I’m all about brussel sprouts, but have never made them at home! I will try this one:)
Thanks Ashley! Definitely give this a go!
making this for the family this christmas! 😀
Hope they enjoy it!
Okay…obviously the Whole Foods I go to is seriously lacking in the cruciferous veggie department! I have never seen brussels there…ever :'( I love them so much! I was deprived for so long at school so now that I’m home, I am like eating my weight in the little beauties! Haha!
DUDE. What the hell! We need you to be situated near a Whole Foods that has these. Then again, you’re a whiz in the kitchen so you could make your own hot bar 😉
I’m a huge fan of roasted brussels sprouts – love the balsamic vinegar – going to have to give these a try!
Thanks Jeanette 🙂
I’m so relieved to hear you are doing okay Arman- you were on my mind all day as soon as I heard about it but then fortunately I saw you had commented on a blog so figured you weren’t affected…the wonders of social media for checking up on friends :)! I love Brussels Sprouts but preferably roasted- boiled sprouts just take me back to gross boarding school dinners!
Naw, thanks Khushboo- That means so much!
You went to boarding school! Ahh dude, I want to hear more about this, I’m fascinated by those who went to boarding school!
This is hands down my favourite way to eat brussels sprouts. They get all crispy and sweet. Even my husband will eat them and he usually hate sprouts. I put a TON of garlic powder on mine too.
YES! Garlic powder and garlic salt on them is so good!
OMG! This is my absolute favorite way to eat brussel sprouts!!!!
You have VERY good taste.
This makes brussel sprouts the star of the meal…not the dreaded veggie that you have to try!! YUM! YUM!
Thank you so much- I love it when that happens haha!
I LOVELOVELOVE Burssels Sprouts, ESPECIALLY with balsamic. So, just ship me some of these these, and no one gets hurt.
Pinned!
I will ship these to you for some eggnog…Please?
I’ll even send some squash too because it’s bloody everywhere here.
I’m pretty sure I would eat my shoe if it was roasted or drizzled with balsamic. Seriously.
LOL.
I just spat water on my screen. I’m holding you to this Suzy. You roast that shoe.
clearly i just about DIED when i saw this!! you know my love for the WF brussels (COLD >>>>) so much so that i take the wallet and bloat struggle that sometimes follows =l i actually just saw the third hunger games movie straight from work and ate brussels sprouts out of tupperware during the movie.. #allergyproblems and i’m surprisingly not a bacon person so i prefer mine in the flesh 😉
i feel like broccoli rabe kind of came out of nowhere in fancy restaurants? although still not sure it’s technically mainstream haha
you have given me all of the tools for success this weekend! falafel balls and carrot cake is happening.. now brussels might have to be added to the list danggiiitt!
Oh man, we literally must be twins.
I actually have so much newfound respect for you now that you just told me that. RESPECT.
Brussels sprouts have become trendy, I think you’re right in that pairing with bacon has hooked a lot of people! $12 is hysterical, but totally within normal range for Whole Foods 🙂 Looks delicious!
Haha, Michele I was shocked when the check out chick weighed them….then I did the same thing the next day. Oops.