Paleo Steamed Brussel Sprouts with Lemon Butter

Elevate your side dish game with these Paleo Steamed Brussels Sprouts with Lemon Butter – a quick, wholesome recipe that’s bursting with flavor and perfect for health-conscious eaters. Tender, vibrant Brussels sprouts are steamed to perfection, locking in nutrients and bright green color, then tossed in a luscious, zesty lemon butter sauce made with grass-fed butter or ghee for strict Paleo diets. Fresh lemon juice, zest, and a hint of black pepper bring bright, tangy notes, while a sprinkle of optional parsley adds a pop of color and freshness. Ready in just 20 minutes, this easy, nutrient-dense side dish is a brilliant complement to any Paleo-friendly main course. Healthy, satisfying, and irresistible!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Brussels sprouts
• 1 cup Water
• 3 tablespoons Grass-fed butter (or ghee for strict Paleo)
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the Brussels sprouts thoroughly and trim off the stem ends. Remove any yellow or damaged outer leaves, and then cut the sprouts in half lengthwise for even cooking.

Step 2

Add 1 cup of water to a medium-sized pot and insert a steamer basket. Ensure the water level is below the bottom of the basket.

Step 3

Place the prepared Brussels sprouts in the steamer basket. Cover the pot with a lid and bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat.

Step 4

Steam the Brussels sprouts for 8-10 minutes, or until they are tender but still bright green. Check doneness by piercing a sprout with a fork. If it slides in easily, they are ready.

Step 5

While the sprouts are steaming, prepare the lemon butter sauce. In a small saucepan, melt the grass-fed butter (or ghee) over low heat. Stir in the lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper until fully combined.

Step 6

Once the Brussels sprouts are done steaming, remove them from the steamer basket and transfer them to a serving bowl.

Step 7

Pour the lemon butter sauce over the steamed Brussels sprouts, tossing gently to ensure they are evenly coated.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary by adding a little more salt or pepper.

Step 9

If desired, garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving. Serve warm as a side dish to complement any Paleo-friendly main course.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(818.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	515.2

Total Fat 33.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 21.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 90mg	0%
Sodium 1280.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 44.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.2g	0%
Total Sugars 12.6g
Protein 17.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 164.3mg	0%
Iron 2.5mg	0%
Potassium 55.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 54.5%

Protein: 13.1%

Carbs: 32.4%