Easy Sautéed Brussels Sprouts
These Easy Sautéed Brussels Sprouts are a simple way to get a bowl of delicious cruciferous vegetables on the table!
Easy Sautéed Brussels Sprouts
When your dad asks for a bowl of leftover Brussels sprouts for breakfast, you know they were cooked to perfection. The first time I made these easy sautéed brussels sprouts, I left out the pecans, thinking my kids and the persnickety spouse might actually take a courtesy bite and change their mind about this much-maligned vegetable. Sigh. No way. The pecans added a fabulous crunch, so don’t leave those out unless you have actually Brussels sprouts eaters that don’t like nuts.
These sprouts were cooked with garlic and onions in a mixture of butter and olive oil. Yes, all those flavors penetrated during the cooking process. Last but not least, chopped pecans another wonderful texture. The perfect finishing touch!
I loved getting a little color on the cut side of these sprouts. That caramelization is another flavor enhancement. Just make sure to poke the biggest sprouts with the tip of a sharp knife or a fork to make sure they’re tender. You definitely don’t want to overcook and have mushy veggies either, but that’s harder to do while frying.
Perfect Fall or Thanksgiving Side Dish
So, alas, these easy sautéed Brussels sprouts ended up being a treat for myself, and my dad, that Thanksgiving years ago. The picky ones didn’t care to have even one measly bite. This simple Brussels sprouts recipe is a wonderful side dish whether for a casual weeknight meal or for special company! I have a feeling your family will be an easier sell than mine!!
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Easy Sautéed Brussels Sprouts Recipe
A simple autumnal side dish that's tasty enough for the holidays!
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds Brussels sprouts, trimmed
- 4 tablespoons (½ stick) butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ¼ cup roasted pecans, chopped
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Cook the Brussels sprouts in boiling, salted water until just tender, 3-5 minutes.
- Drain and allow to cool slightly. When cool enough to handle, cut each sprout in half.
- Heat butter and oil in a large skillet. Add onions and cook till golden.
- Add minced garlic and Brussels sprouts and saute till sprouts are lightly browned.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste. Add pecans if using.
Notes
Recipe adapted from Saveur magazine.
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Nutrition Information:
Yield:
6Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 99Total Fat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 74mgCarbohydrates: 11gFiber: 4gSugar: 3gProtein: 4g
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59 Comments on “Easy Sautéed Brussels Sprouts”
You wont hear any complaints about savory posts from me. I looove savory foods. We are learning to like brussels sprouts in this house. We enjoy most vegetables and I haven’t had too many complaints, but I need to sneak these little babies in (lol, no hiding them in something else). They sound fresh and delicious sauteed.
Hmm, I am going to be honest here. I do not like brussels and am just commenting cuz I love you. That pretty much sums it up. xx
I have not bought brussel sprouts this season yet. You have inspired me and I like that this has chopped pecans to give them that nutty flavor and some crunch.
I love brussel sprouts, absolutely my favorite vegetable. This recipe sounds delicious!
I just discovered a love of brussels sprouts a few years ago, and I’ve only ever roasted them so I need to branch out soon. They sound great!
I just bought a packet of brussel sprouts and was wondering what to do with them and now I am going to make it this way , thanx Lizzy for putting up this recipe , perfect timing 🙂 .
Liz, these look absolutely amazing! I’m a fan of brussels sprouts and cooked properly – they’re amazing!
…and when they’re on the stalk, they just taste better, don’t they?
I never understood why some people hate Brussels sprouts. They really aren’t that bad.
Love brussel sprouts, even though most people don’t like them, they don’t know what they’re missing. Simple and delicious, the way you make them, Lizzy…actually, this is how I make them, as well!
xoxo
I havent’t eaten brussel sprouts in years, I am not a big fan. But I have to say this recipe sound good, maybe I will have to try it.
A great preparations for brussels sprouts, I like the idea of adding pecans.
sauteed brussels sprouts? yes is for me too!
This is just about the same way that my husband makes his. Nice, simple, and delicious!
Brussel sprouts for Breakfast, not sure. But yours look good.
any veggie paired with nuts is a winner in my book 🙂 these look fab!
I am making myself like this veggie more with the years…all that butter and pecans would help a lot 🙂
Your dad had them for breakfast…too funny 🙂 They do look amazing!
Hope you are having a great week
mmmm I love sprouts! I love making cream soup with them during winter or baking them in the oven with some onions and cheese 🙂 And they also go great with some red pepper 🙂
Cooking Brussels Sprouts tonight – very similar. Toying with adding bacon – I guess that’s cheating.
The Peppermint Bark Snowflakes are still fresh in my memory and seeing brussel sprouts is a bit of a shock to the system:) I only made this once, now tempted to have another go
I love getting the brussels sprouts that come on the stalk–they are so cool-looking! I’ll have to try sauteeing them–I’m always partial to roasting them.
Add me as yet another lover of the sprouts. I swear I could happily eat them daily. And sauteing them is my favorite way to make them. Yum!!
Anch’io cucino i cavolini di Bruxelles così!!! A mio marito e a mia figlia non piacciono molto.. invece io li adoro, come tutta la verdura!!!
E’ sempre un piacere passare a trovarti!!!
Un bacio!!!!
Your brussel spout on the stalk looks so cool. It never comes like that at my stores. I love brussel sprouts and your dish looks like a winner. Love the addition of pecans. 🙂 PS.. Good to hear that was your Thanksgiving turkey yesterday, I did a lot of cooking from Thanksgiving too and it gave me over a week of posts. I posted my first “curry” recipe in a while today.:)
My husband loves this vegetable and I think this version is super! Thanks for sharing.
Don’t you just love to buy brussel sprouts on the stalk? It feels like you are “harvesting” your crop, and they seem so much fresher. I love them.
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One of the things I miss about living in California is having the ability to to get brussel sprouts direct from the farms attached to the stalk like you have pictured. Oh so good.
My “Liz” would love this recipe, because for once she wouldn’t have me putting bacon in with the sprouts. 😉
Nice to see a brussel sprouts recipe. It seems like not that many people seem to like them, but I happen to love them. They are so delicious (and healthy!) stir fried or just plain boiled!
Brussels Sprouts? They seem to be all over the place lately. I have never tried them – they scare me!! This sounds like a great recipe though, might have to give it a try!
Brussels Sprouts? They seem to be all over the place lately. I have never tried them – they scare me!! This sounds like a great recipe though, might have to give it a try!
No fair… where in the world did you find that gorgeous bunch of Brussels sprouts?
I love them too. I have 2 pounds in the fridge – will give this recipe a try this week.
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I can never ever get enough of Brussel sprouts!!! One of my top 5 veggies for sure. I’ll have to try your recipe one day – I probably leave the pecans out too. Can’t wait to try this out!
The trick to making brussels sprouts good…when they aren’t roasted… fry them in butter. NOM NOM.
I love the simplicity of sauteed brussels sprouts…with chopped pecans, it would be like heaven for me! YUM!
I love them !
I adore brussels sprout and my husband abhors them. What is a woman to do? Make these for herself, of course. Thanks for sharing this.
I did brussels sprouts too for Thanksgiving.
I like that you saute them so that add a nice crunch.
Love it with roasted pecans. Delicious!!!
Like many people, I don’t usually go for these…but you are a trusted source…so….
Perfect side dish, I love Brussels sprouts! And I love veggies in the midst of so many holiday sweet treats!
Haha, yes, this is quite a change from the cookies! These look good and I’ve never seen them on the stalks like that before!
This reminds me – must pick some up when next at the market. I so enjoy this vegetable;-)
Nice, simple and perfect for us Lizzy, you know we need at least one veg to go with our rice and this sprout recipe of yours fits well.
I have recently had my first successful I-like-Brussel-sprouts-moment, and now I want more! This looks gorgeous, and hey, I don’t discriminate against any food at any time of the day 😉
I want these for breakfast too 🙂 They look so perfect and mouthwatering. Yum!
I’m a big fan of brussels sprouts and probably just make them for myself every year for Thanksgiving. These do look perfectly cooked!
As much as I love sweet stuff, this time of year really has me craving good wholesome food to counter balance all the goodies!
I like the sound of your Dad, brussell sprouts for breakfast. Yeah! I just bought some brussel sprouts and this sounds like a tasty way to make them. Thanks and have a great day.
Oh I love that beautifully browned brussels sprouts! I cooked it twice with Nami’s recipe: Brussels Spouts with Bacon and Thyme and I love it! It’s the very first time I tried brussels sprouts and I like its unique nice taste. ;)Shall try your recipe the next time. 😉
Ha! Even though my husband and son like them, I usually finish off the leftovers myself, as a side to eggs for breakfast, side to sandwich at lunch, or just a snack themselves – Yum! I agree, adding nuts gives a nice crunch and go really well with brussels sprouts. Nice try, through, Lizzy!!!
My family never was crazy about brussels sprouts until we started sauteeing them too, with some bacon.
I am not big on this veggie, but your picture does tempt. Perhaps this recipe is just what I need to make these sprouts a little bit more popular around here! Have a great day Lizzie.
I am not big on this veggie, but your picture does tempt. Perhaps this recipe is just what I need to make these sprouts a little bit more popular around here! Have a great day Lizzie.
1/2 stick butter! Now we’re talking! Love buttery sprouts! 🙂
Brussels sprout for breakfast…I’ll stick with cheerios.
Totally the opposite of Christmas cookies, Lizzy! But when cooked well, just as delicious. If your dad asked for these for breakfast, then I’m sure they must have been heavenly!
Heres one for me… noone else will eat them hear but i love them yours look like they are calling me!
oh Liz, I love brussel sprouts. There is not much success here with my kids eating them though. 🙂 These look great!
I love anything with brussels sprouts, and I love Saveur. I’m glad you’re getting the word out about how delicious the sprouts are. Great post!
Yay…..love two savory posts in a row Liz:)! Everyone in my house adores Brussels Sprouts and would be thrilled to have them served for breakfast too! What a lovely recipe, thanks for sharing.