Oven-Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Lemon, Pine Nuts, and Blue Cheese
Oven-Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Lemon, Pine Nuts, and Blue Cheese balances tender, caramelized sprouts with bright citrus, crunchy toasted nuts, and a creamy, tangy finish from blue cheese. The contrast of toasty edges and rich, melty crumbles makes this a standout side for weeknight dinners or holiday tables alike. Serve it alongside roasted meats or a hearty grain dish for a memorable pairing.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook25 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Oven-Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Lemon, Pine Nuts, and Blue Cheese, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 63 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 18 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 58 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 53
- Heart Health
- 86
- Metabolic
- 45
- Digestive
- 24
- Inflammatory
- 30
- Performance
- 43
- General Wellness
- 1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- 2
Put the Brussels sprouts in a casserole or a Dutch oven with a lid. Dot the sprouts with pieces of butter. Season with salt, pepper, and lemon juice. Cover with the lid.
- 3
Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until the sprouts are just barely tender. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking. During the last 10 minutes, sprinkle the pine nuts over the sprouts and remove the lid. When the sprouts are finished, sprinkle blue cheese over them before serving.
- Calories 326.4 kcal Moderate 16%
- Protein 10.17 g Good Source 20%
- Carbohydrate 14.21 g 5%
- Total Fat 26.86 g High 34%
- Saturated Fat 13.84 g High 69%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 51.61 mg Moderate 17%
- Sodium 170.74 mg Moderate 7%
- Dietary Fiber 6.22 g Good Source 22%
- Total Sugars 3.51 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 115.8 mg Low Source 9%
- Iron 1.84 mg Moderate 10%
- Potassium 624.88 mg Moderate 13%
- Vitamin A 48.66 mcg Low Source 5%
- Vitamin C 128.58 mg Good Source 143%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Tree Nuts 🌰
- Milk 🥛
About This Recipe
Oven Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Lemon, Pine Nuts, and Blue Cheese is made with 7 ingredients and serves 6. It takes about 35 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Black Pepper, Brussels Sprout, Butter, and Crumbled Blue Cheese. Each serving provides about 326.4 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Oven-Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Lemon, Pine Nuts, and Blue Cheese made of?
- The main ingredients are Black Pepper, Brussels Sprout, Butter, Crumbled Blue Cheese, Lemon Juice. The full list of 7 is above.
- How long does it take to make Oven-Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Lemon, Pine Nuts, and Blue Cheese?
- About 35 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 25 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 326.4 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Oven-Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Lemon, Pine Nuts, and Blue Cheese easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 7 ingredients and 3 steps.
- Is Oven-Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Lemon, Pine Nuts, and Blue Cheese healthy?
- Oven-Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Lemon, Pine Nuts, and Blue Cheese has an easyChef Pro health score of 48/100. Per serving, it provides 326.4 calories and 10.17 g of protein, or 20% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 170.74 mg (7% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 13.84 g (69% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus, Tree Nuts and Milk, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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