Sautéed Brussels Sprouts with Lemon and Pecan

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Very Healthy
Health score
89%
Sautéed Brussels Sprouts with Lemon and Pecan
20 min.
4
132kcal

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If you're looking for a quick and delicious side dish that’s packed with flavor and nutrition, look no further than Sautéed Brussels Sprouts with Lemon and Pecan! This dish brings together the vibrant, earthy flavors of Brussels sprouts with the zesty brightness of fresh lemon and the delightful crunch of toasted pecans. Perfectly sautéed to achieve that crisp-tender texture, these Brussels sprouts make for an elegant addition to your dinner table.

In just 20 minutes, you can whip up a meal that is not only gluten-free and dairy-free but also boasts an impressive health score of 89! Each serving is loaded with nutrients and comes in at only 132 calories, making it an ideal choice for those who want to indulge without the guilt. The combination of fragrant thyme and savory onion sautéed in a touch of olive oil provides a wonderful base, while the addition of fat-free chicken broth keeps the dish moist and flavorful.

Whether you're hosting a gathering or simply enjoying a family dinner, this side dish is sure to impress. It pairs beautifully with grilled meats or can stand alone as a light vegetarian option. Trust us – even Brussels sprout skeptics will be going back for seconds! So, grab your frying pan and get ready to create a dish that delights both the palate and the body.

Ingredients

  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black
  • pound brussels sprouts trimmed halved
  • 0.3 teaspoon thyme dried
  • tablespoon juice of lemon fresh
  • teaspoons lemon zest grated
  • 0.3 cup beef broth fat-free
  • teaspoon olive oil 
  • 1.5 cups onion 
  • 0.3 cup pecans chopped

Equipment

  • frying pan

Directions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add thyme and onion to pan; saut 3 minutes.
  3. Add broth and Brussels sprouts; bring to a boil. Cover and simmer 6 minutes or until crisp-tender. Stir in pecans, lemon rind, lemon juice, and black pepper.

Nutrition Facts

Calories132kcal
Protein14.87%
Fat38.5%
Carbs46.63%

Properties

Glycemic Index
25.25
Glycemic Load
3.15
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
18.971304416656%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.73mg
Delphinidin
0.5mg
Catechin
0.49mg
Epigallocatechin
0.38mg
Epicatechin
0.06mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.16mg
Eriodictyol
0.18mg
Hesperetin
0.54mg
Naringenin
3.78mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.39mg
Isorhamnetin
3.01mg
Kaempferol
1.37mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
14.37mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:131.71kcal
6.59%
Fat:6.33g
9.73%
Saturated Fat:0.66g
4.12%
Carbohydrates:17.24g
5.75%
Net Carbohydrates:11.08g
4.03%
Sugar:5.45g
6.05%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:67.59mg
2.94%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:5.5g
11%
Vitamin K:203.07µg
193.4%
Vitamin C:103.68mg
125.67%
Manganese:0.79mg
39.37%
Fiber:6.16g
24.62%
Folate:83.14µg
20.79%
Vitamin A:863.82IU
17.28%
Potassium:604.29mg
17.27%
Vitamin B6:0.34mg
16.94%
Vitamin B1:0.23mg
15.48%
Phosphorus:115.26mg
11.53%
Iron:1.99mg
11.07%
Magnesium:41.05mg
10.26%
Copper:0.19mg
9.41%
Vitamin E:1.26mg
8.42%
Vitamin B2:0.13mg
7.59%
Calcium:69.51mg
6.95%
Zinc:0.9mg
5.98%
Vitamin B3:1.01mg
5.03%
Vitamin B5:0.49mg
4.93%
Selenium:2.39µg
3.42%
Source:My Recipes