Love them or hate them, there are many health benefits of Brussels sprouts. They’re packed with nutrients that are known to prevent and reverse many conditions. Brussels Sprouts a very versatile ingredient, too. They can roasted, pan seared, added to salads, stir-fried, or even used as a pizza topping!
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Sweet and Sour Brussels Sprouts
Your favorite takeout meal gets a healthy makeover in this Sweet and Sour Brussels Sprouts recipe. It comes together faster than you can order food from a restaurant, so it’s a terrific dinner dish for busy weeknights.
Cornmeal Crusted Brussels Sprouts
Cornmeal Crusted Brussels Sprouts are a terrific appetizer for date night or dinner parties. They’re a great snack for Netflix binging sessions, too! They’re vegan, gluten-free, and oil-free. Dinner at Candle Café West A few months ago, I had lunch with some of my fellow Main Street Vegan Academy alumni at Candle Café West in…
Vegan Brussels Sprout Pizza
Pizza night gets a healthy spin with this vegan Brussels Sprout Pizza! In addition to Brussels sprouts, it’s also topped with sun-dried tomatoes, thinly sliced shallots, minced garlic, red pepper flakes, and non-dairy mozzarella cheese. A Love of Brussels Sprouts A couple of months ago, I had a hankering for pizza. And for some strange…
Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad with Maple Mustard Dressing
Made with just a few ingredients, this Shaved Brussels Sprout Salad is a terrific side dish for holiday dinners. It’s vegan, gluten-free, and oil-free. Brussels Sprouts Growing up, I really hated Brussels sprouts. They were one of the few vegetables I didn’t like. I’m pretty sure I had only ever had frozen sprouts that were…
50+ Recipes for a Vegan Thanksgiving
One of the questions I get asked often is “what do vegans eat for Thanksgiving?” I guess it’s a reasonable question, since Thanksgiving typically revolves around eating turkeys, but since the original Thanksgiving was a celebration of the harvest, it makes sense to continue tradition of celebrating with vegetables. When you think about the bounty of…
20+ Recipes for a Very Merry Vegan Christmas
I have to be honest – I don’t really know what people usually eat on Christmas Day. Growing up, we usually ate the same dishes on Christmas that we had Thanksgiving, and I still pretty much cook the same foods for both holidays. They are some of my favorite dishes that I only make for special occasions, making these meals extra…
Brussels Sprouts Salad
I often have a large salad or a sandwich with a side salad for lunch. A few weeks ago I felt like I needed a break from my usual side salad of romaine, shredded carrots, and purple cabbage, so I dug around in the fridge to see what else we had that I could turn…
Pan Seared Brussels Sprouts with Caramelized Shallots and Toasted Pistachios
This recipe for Pan Seared Brussels Sprouts with Caramelized Shallots and Toasted Pistachios is based on a favorite from now-closed local restaurant True North Osteria. One of my favorite vegan friendly restaurants in New Jersey was True North Osteria in Montclair. I say “was” because sadly they recently closed their doors. Not only was True…
Super Easy Roasted Brussels Sprouts
In need of a quick side dish for your Thanksgiving meal? Look no further than these super easy Roasted Brussels Sprouts! People often tell me that they hate brussels sprouts. I used to hate them too, so I completely understand. I looked upon my sprouts aversion as something to be conquered though, so I cooked…
