Brussel Sprouts with Garlic & Goat Cheese
Roasted until golden and caramelized, the sprouts get tossed with warm garlic and topped with creamy, tangy goat cheese that melts into every bite. It’s simple, elegant, and a total flavor glow-up for a classic veggie. Even the Brussels skeptics will come back for seconds!
Servings
16
Protein
81g
per serving
GLP-1 Friendly
✓
Ingredients
- 3 pounds Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 8 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 1 package (5.3 oz) fresh goat cheese, crumbled
Instructions
- 1
Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the main vegetable (cauliflower florets, beans, or sprouts) and cook until just fork-tender, about 5 to 10 minutes depending on the vegetable.
- 2
Drain thoroughly and return to the pot, or transfer to a serving bowl if using a sauce-based finish.
- 3
Heat olive oil or butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add any aromatics (garlic, shallots) and sauté for 1 to 2 minutes until fragrant.
- 4
Toss the cooked vegetables in the skillet with the aromatics and any remaining ingredients (cheese, honey, vinegar, herbs). Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 5
For mashed sides: combine the cooked vegetable with butter, milk, and seasonings in a food processor or with a hand masher until creamy.
- 6
Serve warm.
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