Whole30 Steamed Brussel Sprouts with Lemon Butter

Brighten up your Whole30 menu with these tender and flavorful Steamed Brussels Sprouts with Lemon Butter! In just 20 minutes, this simple yet sophisticated side dish combines perfectly steamed Brussels sprouts with a luscious lemon ghee sauce, infused with garlic, fresh lemon zest, and a hint of black pepper for a zesty, buttery finish. This nutrient-packed recipe is not only Whole30-compliant but also gluten-free and dairy-free, making it a versatile addition to any healthy eating plan. Perfectly balanced with tangy citrus and rich, nutty ghee, it’s a quick, crowd-pleasing accompaniment to your favorite Whole30 main dishes. Serve it fresh and warm to highlight its vibrant, wholesome flavors!

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Brussels sprouts
• 2 tablespoons Ghee
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 1 clove Garlic (minced)
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoons Lemon zest

Directions

Step 1

Trim the ends of the Brussels sprouts and remove any yellow or damaged outer leaves. Slice large Brussels sprouts in half for even cooking, leaving smaller ones whole.

Step 2

Place a steaming basket in a large pot and add enough water to just reach the base of the basket. Bring the water to a simmer over medium heat.

Step 3

Add the Brussels sprouts to the steaming basket. Cover the pot with a lid and steam for 7-10 minutes, or until the Brussels sprouts are tender but still slightly firm to the bite.

Step 4

While the Brussels sprouts are steaming, prepare the lemon ghee sauce. In a small saucepan over low heat, add the ghee and minced garlic. Allow the garlic to cook gently in the ghee for 1-2 minutes, being careful not to let it brown.

Step 5

Stir in the lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper until well combined. Remove the sauce from the heat.

Step 6

Once the Brussels sprouts are done steaming, transfer them to a serving bowl. Pour the lemon ghee sauce over the sprouts and toss to coat evenly.

Step 7

Serve immediately as a side dish with your favorite Whole30 main course.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(550.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	474.6

Total Fat 28.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 18.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 80mg	0%
Sodium 1271.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 43.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.0g	0%
Total Sugars 12.2g
Protein 18.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 138.9mg	0%
Iron 2.6mg	0%
Potassium 33.1mg	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: 50.6%

Protein: 14.4%

Carbs: 35.0%