Hot Honey Brussel Sprouts

bacon

🥗Healthier: turkey bacon

💰Cheaper: smoked paprika

Turkey bacon reduces fat while adding a smoky flavor.

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast is dairy-free and adds umami.

balsamic vinegar

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: red wine vinegar

Apple cider vinegar offers a tangy flavor with health benefits.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a high smoke point and is heart-healthy.

Trim the brown ends off the brussels sprouts while keeping the root intact.

Cut the brussels sprouts in half.

In a large bowl, combine liquid honey, chili flakes, crushed garlic, and olive oil.

Whisk the mixture until emulsified.

Add the prepared brussels sprouts to the honey mixture and stir to coat evenly.

Spread the coated brussels sprouts on a sheet pan.

Place the sheet pan in a preheated oven until the brussels sprouts are crispy.

Toss the brussels sprouts quickly and sprinkle with sea salt flakes.

Transfer the brussels sprouts to a serving plate and garnish with goat cheese, sunflower seeds, or your favorite nuts.

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