If the idea of making Brussels sprouts is intimidating to you, then my friends, welcome to the best way to make the most DELICIOUS Brussels sprouts, every single time! My Gluten-Free Smashed Brussels Sprouts with Lemon Tahini Dressing are a crispy, crunchy, delicious way to enjoy this uniquely amazing vegetable. Plus, we're pairing it with a homemade lemon tahini dressing that is so good that you'll want to drink it!
Ingredients
For the Brussels Sprouts:
- 2 Pounds Brussels Sprouts
- 2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
For the Lemon Tahini Dressing
- ⅓ Cup Olive Oil
- ¼ Cup Lemon Juice
- 3 Tablespoons Tahini
- 2 Tablespoons Honey or Maple Syrup
- 2 Tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar
- 1 Clove Garlic mashed
- 1 Teaspoon Sea Salt
- 1 Teaspoon Black Pepper
- ¼ Cup Water this is optional, and only needed if the dressing is too thick!
Instructions
- Start by preparing the Brussels sprouts: wash your sprouts and cut off the stems. It's okay if some of the leaves come off- just set them aside!
- Next, bring a pot of salted water to a boil.
- Once the water is boiling, add the Brussels sprouts and boil them for 15 minutes.
- Once the sprouts are done boiling, pop them in an ice bath for 5-10 minutes, until they have cooled. Then, drain the water from them.
- Next, preheat your oven to 450 F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Then, spread the Brussels sprouts out evenly on the baking sheet.
- Using the back of a glass or a plate, smash your Brussels sprouts about 1/2 inch thick.
- Brush your smashed Brussels sprouts with olive oil, then sprinkle with a generous amount of sea salt and black pepper.
- Place them in the oven then bake for 35 minutes, making sure to flip them at the halfway mark.
- While the Brussels sprouts are baking, prepare the dressing. Add all of the dressing ingredients to a blender or food processor, and blend/process everything until it's smooth and creamy.
- Taste the dressing and adjust the seasonings as needed.
- Finally, once the Brussels sprouts are done, remove them from the oven and drizzle the dressing on top, or serve it in a small dipping bowl alongside them.
- Serve immediately, and enjoy!
Calories: 279kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 14g | Sodium: 818mg | Potassium: 652mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 1146IU | Vitamin C: 133mg | Calcium: 84mg | Iron: 3mg
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