Shredded Brussels Sprouts With Pecans and Prosciutto

Gluten Free
Health score
22%
Shredded Brussels Sprouts With Pecans and Prosciutto
40 min.
6
294kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your side dish game? Look no further than this delectable Shredded Brussels Sprouts with Pecans and Prosciutto recipe! This dish embraces the delightful flavors of fresh Brussels sprouts, pairing them perfectly with crunchy, toasted pecans and the savory richness of prosciutto. It's not only gluten-free but also a symphony of textures and tastes that will make your taste buds dance!

With just 40 minutes of preparation time, you can whip up this impressive dish that serves six, making it a fantastic choice for family dinners or entertaining guests. The combination of sautéed Brussels sprouts, fragrant garlic, and shallots brings a warm, inviting aroma to your kitchen, while the splash of fresh lemon juice adds a lovely brightness that offsets the richness of the cheese and prosciutto.

Each bite is not just delicious, but also packed with wholesome ingredients. The toasted pecans provide a satisfying crunch, while the freshly grated Parmesan cheese melts beautifully, melding all of the flavors together. Not to mention, this dish boasts a balanced caloric profile, making it a guilt-free indulgence!

Impress your guests or simply treat yourself to this gourmet side dish that’s sure to become a favorite at your dining table. Let's get cooking!

Ingredients

  • pounds brussels sprouts fresh
  • tablespoons butter 
  •  garlic cloves minced
  • tablespoon juice of lemon fresh
  • 0.3 cup parmesan cheese freshly grated
  • 0.8 cup pecans chopped
  • 0.5 teaspoon pepper 
  • 0.3 pound pancetta cut into thin strips
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  •  shallots chopped

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • oven

Directions

  1. Place pecans in a single layer in a shallow pan.
  2. Bake at 350 for 8 to 10 minutes or until toasted, stirring after 5 minutes.
  3. Remove discolored leaves from Brussels sprouts.
  4. Cut each sprout in half, and cut into shreds.
  5. Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat; add shallot and garlic, and saut 1 to 2 minutes or until tender.
  6. Add shredded Brussels sprouts to skillet; saut 8 to 10 minutes or until just tender.
  7. Add prosciutto and next 3 ingredients; saut 2 more minutes.
  8. Remove from heat, and sprinkle with cheese and toasted pecans.

Nutrition Facts

Calories294kcal
Protein12.95%
Fat64.87%
Carbs22.18%

Properties

Glycemic Index
30.67
Glycemic Load
2.84
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
23.779565266941%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
1.46mg
Delphinidin
0.99mg
Catechin
0.99mg
Epigallocatechin
0.77mg
Epicatechin
0.11mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.31mg
Eriodictyol
0.12mg
Hesperetin
0.36mg
Naringenin
5.01mg
Luteolin
0.5mg
Kaempferol
1.3mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
2.93mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:294.44kcal
14.72%
Fat:22.74g
34.98%
Saturated Fat:6.5g
40.61%
Carbohydrates:17.5g
5.83%
Net Carbohydrates:10.24g
3.72%
Sugar:4.28g
4.75%
Cholesterol:26.13mg
8.71%
Sodium:460.36mg
20.02%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:10.21g
20.42%
Vitamin K:268.82µg
256.02%
Vitamin C:130.28mg
157.92%
Manganese:1.18mg
58.96%
Fiber:7.26g
29.03%
Vitamin A:1308.63IU
26.17%
Folate:97.59µg
24.4%
Vitamin B1:0.36mg
23.93%
Vitamin B6:0.44mg
22.1%
Potassium:712.99mg
20.37%
Phosphorus:201.31mg
20.13%
Iron:2.65mg
14.7%
Copper:0.29mg
14.42%
Magnesium:56.65mg
14.16%
Selenium:8.44µg
12.06%
Calcium:116.3mg
11.63%
Vitamin E:1.74mg
11.6%
Zinc:1.69mg
11.28%
Vitamin B2:0.19mg
11.04%
Vitamin B3:2.07mg
10.35%
Vitamin B5:0.73mg
7.32%
Vitamin B12:0.16µg
2.64%
Source:My Recipes