Elevate your vegetable game with our Lemon-Thyme Brussels Sprouts Delight. This quick and flavorful recipe combines the freshness of lemon and the earthiness of thyme to bring out the best in thinly sliced Brussels sprouts. A perfect side dish that’s both crisp-tender and charred for an extra layer of flavor.
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients:
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons sherry vinegar
- 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus 1 tablespoon
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- Zest of 1 lemon, finely grated
- Salt and freshly ground pepper, to taste
- 1 pound Brussels sprouts, thinly sliced lengthwise
Instructions:
- Begin by whisking together Dijon mustard and sherry vinegar in a small bowl. Gradually incorporate 1/4 cup of olive oil into the mixture until it is well combined. Add fresh thyme leaves and finely grated lemon zest, then season the dressing with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet, heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil until it shimmers. Add the thinly sliced Brussels sprouts and cook over moderately high heat, stirring occasionally. Allow the sprouts to become crisp-tender, which should take about 5 minutes.
- Remove the skillet from heat and gently stir in half of the prepared dressing. Transfer the lemon-thyme Brussels sprouts to a serving bowl.
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
- Calories: 130
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Protein: 3g
- Fat: 10g
These values are approximate and may vary based on the specific brands of ingredients used and portion sizes.
Cooking Tips:
- Adjust the seasoning according to your taste preferences.
- Serve warm or at room temperature for a versatile side dish.
- Experiment with different herbs for varied flavor profiles.