Created by my wonderful son Evan, here’s a super easy, really yummy way to make Brussels sprouts. They’re steamed in the microwave to soften and sautéed in a pan with olive oil, garlic, and balsamic vinegar until blackened. Made this way creates a wonderful sweetness. Each skinny serving has 85 calories and 4 grams of fat. It might even make some Brussels sprout lovers in your family…It has in mine!
Ingredients
- 1 (16 oz) bag Brussels sprouts
- Olive oil spray
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 teaspoons fresh garlic, chopped
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 dash cayenne pepper, to add spice, optional
- 2-3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar, to taste
Instructions
- Poke a few holes in the bag of Brussels sprouts and steam in microwave for about 2-2½ minutes, until soft. To cook on the cooktop: Add Brussels sprouts to a pot and add a little water. Cover pot and steam until soft, about 5 minutes. Drain and cut each in half.
- Coat a large nonstick pan with olive oil cooking spray. Heat olive oil in pan. Add Brussels sprouts and garlic. Season with a little salt and pepper and a dash of cayenne, if desired. Sauté over medium-high heat. Continue to stir often. Use a spatula to turn over several times. Add balsamic vinegar and continue to cook until blackened.
Notes
Makes 4 serving (each serving about ¾ cup)
Food Facts
Brussels sprouts belong to the cancer-fighting cruciferous family. They were developed near their namesake city of Brussels, Belgium. They grow in rows of sprouts on long, thick stock.
Healthy Benefits
Brussels sprouts contain good amounts of vitamin A, C, folic acid, and fiber.
Shopping Tips
Choose Brussels sprouts that are firm, compact, and have bright green buds. The smaller the sprouts the more tender they will be. I found them at Trader Joe’s in the produce section. WW Freestyle SmartPoints 3-Blue
WW SmartPoints 3-Green
WW POINTS PLUS 2
Food Facts
Brussels sprouts belong to the cancer-fighting cruciferous family. They were developed near their namesake city of Brussels, Belgium. They grow in rows of sprouts on long, thick stock.
Healthy Benefits
Brussels sprouts contain good amounts of vitamin A, C, folic acid, and fiber.
Shopping Tips
Choose Brussels sprouts that are firm, compact, and have bright green buds. The smaller the sprouts the more tender they will be. I found them at Trader Joe’s in the produce section. WW Freestyle SmartPoints 3-Blue
WW SmartPoints 3-Green
WW POINTS PLUS 2
| SKINNY FACTS: for 1 serving (~¾ cup) 85 calories, 4g fat, 0.5g sat. fat, 0mg chol, 4g protein, 12g carbs, 4g fiber, 104mg sodium, 3g sugar |
Skinny Facts
Serving: 0.75cupCalories: 85kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 4gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 0.5gSodium: 104mgFiber: 4gSugar: 3gBlue Smart Points: 3Green Smart Points: 3Plus Points: 2
