Roast sprouts with pomegranate
Roast sprouts with pomegranate and sesame seeds is a colourful and tasty vegetable side dish which is simple to prepare. It is a perfect way to make use of seasonal produce during the winter months.
Ingredients
- 300 g Brussels sprouts
- 50 g pomegranate arils
- 1 dessertspoon toasted sesame seeds
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Start by cutting the sprouts in half so that the cut passes through the core.
- Heat the olive oil in a large roasting tin. Place the sprouts in the hot oil cut side down.
- Turn the sprouts over after about 10 to 15 minutes and then return to the oven and continue to roast until they soften slightly and start to turn golden. This may take around 20 minutes but will vary depending on the size of the sprouts.
- Add the pomegranate arils and sesame seeds, mix together and then return to the oven for about another 5 minutes until heated through.
Notes
Tips
- For best results, use fresh sprouts for this recipe. Frozen sprouts contain too much water.
- Ideally use toasted sesame seeds as they have more flavour than non-toasted seeds.
- This sprout recipe is ideal if you need to prepare part of your meal ahead of time. It can be placed in an ovenproof bowl, covered with foil and reheated in the oven. Alternatively, it can be reheated in a microwave in a suitable container.
Nutrition
Calories: 151kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 6gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 38mgPotassium: 645mgFiber: 7gSugar: 7gVitamin A: 1131IUVitamin C: 130mgCalcium: 70mgIron: 2mg
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