Description
These Overnight Zesty Roasted Brussels Sprouts are a flavorful and easy-to-prepare side dish featuring crispy, golden Brussels sprouts seasoned with garlic, onion, paprika, and lemon zest. Perfectly roasted to tender perfection, they can be made ahead and stored overnight for convenience, making them a great everyday veggie you’ll crave.
Ingredients
Scale
Brussels Sprouts
- 1 pound Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
Seasoning & Oil
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it reaches the perfect temperature for roasting the Brussels sprouts evenly.
- Combine Ingredients: In a large bowl, add the trimmed and halved Brussels sprouts along with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, lemon zest, salt, and pepper.
- Toss to Coat: Toss the Brussels sprouts thoroughly in the bowl until they are well coated with the oil and seasoning mixture, ensuring every piece absorbs the flavors.
- Arrange on Baking Sheet: Spread the seasoned Brussels sprouts out on a baking sheet in a single layer; this helps achieve even roasting and crispness.
- Roast: Place the baking sheet in the oven and roast for 25-30 minutes, stirring the sprouts halfway through cooking to allow even browning and tender texture.
- Cool and Store: Once roasted, let the Brussels sprouts cool to room temperature before storing them in the refrigerator overnight to enhance the flavors and for easy reheating later.
Notes
- Trim and halve the Brussels sprouts evenly for uniform cooking.
- Stir halfway through roasting to prevent burning and to promote even crisping.
- The lemon zest adds a fresh, zesty flavor that brightens the dish.
- These sprouts can be reheated in a skillet or oven to restore crispness.
- Adjust salt and pepper according to your taste preference.
- Can be made ahead and stored overnight for meal prep convenience.
