Balsamic + Honey Brussels Sprouts

This appetizer, side dish, even topping, is no understudy to the main meal, and looks good next to anything on it’s side. Pile it on a juicy burger or a fresh bed of leafy greens, the options are absolutely endless! They are all shaved so perfectly thin, for extra crispness to come into play. The lightly tangy, balsamic vinegar pairs perfectly with the sweetness of honey. When gooey, creamy goat cheese is added, everyone at the table will undoubtedly be asking for seconds, even thirds! Trust me, once you have this underrated veggie in an upscale, yet affordable and easy way like this, you’ll likely find them on your weekly grocery list!

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Ingredients:

• 1 tbsp avocado oil, for cooking

• 3 cups brussels sprouts, shaved thin (see notes)

• 2 cloves or 1/2 tbsp garlic, minced

• 3 tbsp balsamic vinegar

• 3 tbsp honey

• 1 tsp pink salt

• 1/3 cup goat cheese (optional)

Directions:

1. Over low-medium heat, pour the avocado oil in a medium-sized pan, then let sizzle for about 30 seconds.

2. Add the brussels incrementally, in two to three groups, stirring between each. This will ensure more brussels are coated with the heated oil, making them much crisper by the end.

3. Sauté the shaved veggie, until they start to develop golden-brown edges. This will likely be about three minutes in.

4. Add the minced garlic and balsamic vinegar, do not stir, then cover immediately. Let cook for 2-3 minutes, before uncovering.

5. Stir in the honey and pink salt, then cover once more for the same amount of time as before.

6. Take off the heat, then stir goat cheese into the mixture, if desired.

7. Enjoy!

8. Store leftovers, if any, in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days.

Notes:

• If you would like to put the brussels on a salad, but also want a clean “dressing,” try this out! Add an extra tbsp of balsamic vinegar, 1/4 cup total, then use the excess mixture, for drizzling.

• The thinner you shave the brussels sprouts, the crisper they will become or you will have to let them cook longer. I generally slice medium-sized ones into 3-4, vertically-shaved pieces.