Oven Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Grape Tomatoes

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Oven Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Grape Tomatoes

Halved Brussels sprouts and grape tomatoes roast together with garlic and avocado oil until caramelized and golden. A drizzle of dark balsamic vinegar added at serving brightens the deep, savory flavors of this simple side dish.

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs Brussels sprouts, cut in half
  • 2 pints grape tomatoes
    cherry tomatoes1:1vegetarian

    similar size and sweetness

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  • 2 tbsp minced garlic
  • 5 tbsp avocado oil
    olive oil1:1vegetarian

    neutral flavor substitute

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  • salt
  • pepper
  • dark balsamic vinegar
    aged balsamic vinegar1:1vegetarian

    similar depth

Instructions

  1. 1

    Heat oven to 350 degrees

  2. 2

    Combine Brussels sprouts, grape tomatoes, minced garlic, avocado oil, salt, and pepper in a bowl and mix to coat

  3. 3

    Spread mixture on a sheet pan and roast for about 30 minutes or until golden brown

  4. 4

    Drizzle with dark balsamic vinegar before serving

Tips

Tip 1

Toss vegetables halfway through roasting for even browning

Tip 2

Do not add balsamic vinegar before roasting to avoid burning and bitter flavors

Good to Know

Storage

Refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat in a 325 degree oven for 10 minutes.

Make Ahead

Prepare and measure ingredients up to 1 day ahead. Do not roast until ready to serve for best texture.

Serve With

Serve warm as a side dish alongside roasted proteins or grains.

Common Mistakes

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Do not overcrowd the sheet pan to prevent steaming instead of roasting

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Do not skip the salt and pepper for proper seasoning of the vegetables

Substitutions

avocado oil
olive oil1:1vegetarian

neutral flavor substitute

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avocado oil
grapeseed oil1:1vegetarian

high smoke point alternative

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grape tomatoes
cherry tomatoes1:1vegetarian

similar size and sweetness

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dark balsamic vinegar
aged balsamic vinegar1:1vegetarian

similar depth

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