Quick Sauteed Brussels Sprouts with Toasted Walnuts and Lemon

Transform your side dish game with these Quick Sautéed Brussels Sprouts with Toasted Walnuts and Lemon—an easy, flavor-packed recipe that’s ready in just 25 minutes! Tender-crisp Brussels sprouts are golden-browned to perfection, then tossed with fragrant garlic, zesty lemon, and crunchy toasted walnuts for a deliciously balanced dish bursting with texture and freshness. With minimal prep and simple ingredients like olive oil, garlic, and salt, this recipe is both quick and approachable, making it ideal for weeknight dinners or holiday feasts. The bright lemon juice and zest elevate the earthy Brussels sprouts, while the toasted walnuts add a satisfying nuttiness that’s hard to resist. Perfect as a healthy side dish for any occasion, this recipe is a must-try for fans of bold yet simple flavors.

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 450 grams Brussels sprouts
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 60 grams Walnuts
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 1 Lemon
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Trim the ends of the Brussels sprouts and remove any yellow or damaged outer leaves. Slice them in half lengthwise.

Step 2

Mince the garlic cloves and zest the lemon, setting both aside. Cut the lemon in half for juicing later.

Step 3

Heat a large, heavy-bottomed skillet over medium heat. Add the walnuts and toast them for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant and lightly browned. Transfer the walnuts to a plate and set aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, add the olive oil and heat over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the halved Brussels sprouts cut-side down in a single layer for even browning.

Step 5

Cook the Brussels sprouts undisturbed for 4-5 minutes or until the cut sides are golden brown. Then stir them and cook for another 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they are tender yet still crisp.

Step 6

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 1 minute, stirring frequently to prevent burning.

Step 7

Season the Brussels sprouts with salt, black pepper, and the lemon zest, stirring to evenly coat. Turn off the heat.

Step 8

Squeeze the juice from half the lemon over the Brussels sprouts and toss. Taste and add more lemon juice, salt, or pepper if desired.

Step 9

Sprinkle the toasted walnuts over the Brussels sprouts and gently toss to combine.

Step 10

Serve immediately as a side dish, garnished with extra lemon zest if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(599.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	846.9

Total Fat 67.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 31.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1264.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 51.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.6g	0%
Total Sugars 13.6g
Protein 25.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 193.7mg	0%
Iron 4.5mg	0%
Potassium 352.2mg	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: 66.3%

Protein: 11.3%

Carbs: 22.4%