Sautéed Brussels Sprouts with Lemon and Garlic

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Sautéed Brussels Sprouts with Lemon and Garlic is a popular side dish where halved Brussels sprouts are pan-fried until caramelized, then brightened with fresh lemon juice and aromatic garlic. It's a quick, modern preparation of the vegetable, common in American and European home cooking. The core ingredients are Brussels sprouts, garlic, olive oil, lemon, salt, and pepper.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is relatively low in carbohydrates and provides a good amount of plant-based protein and dietary fiber. It is an excellent source of Vitamin K, Vitamin C, and antioxidants, with a typical serving containing roughly 100-150 calories, depending on the amount of oil used.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	85 kcal
Protein	4.5 g
Carbs	10 g
Fat	4 g
Fiber	4 g
Sugar	2.5 g
Sodium	120 mg
Vitamin C	75 mg
Vitamin K	150 mcg
Folate	95 mcg
Potassium	350 mg
Manganese	0.4 mg
Vitamin B6	0.2 mg
Iron	1.5 mg
Calcium	40 mg

Per 1 cup (156 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Brussels sprouts are a nutritional powerhouse, containing compounds like sulforaphane studied for their health benefits. The combination of high-heat sautéing and acidic lemon juice is a classic technique to balance their natural bitterness with sweet, caramelized notes and bright acidity.