Balsamic Brussels Sprouts with Feta Cheese and Walnuts
Tender roasted Brussels sprouts and red onion are tossed with a tangy balsamic-maple glaze, then finished with creamy feta, toasted walnuts, and sweet cranberries. The mix of savory, sweet, and acidic notes makes each bite lively and satisfying. Serve Balsamic Brussels Sprouts with Feta Cheese and Walnuts as a vibrant side for weeknight dinners or holiday tables.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook40 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Balsamic Brussels Sprouts with Feta Cheese and Walnuts, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactPoor
- 39 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 5 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 89 / 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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- 47
- Heart Health
- 69
- Metabolic
- 29
- Digestive
- 28
- Inflammatory
- 33
- Performance
- 41
- General Wellness
- 1
Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
- 2
In a bowl, combine Brussels sprouts, red onion, and garlic; drizzle balsamic vinegar, olive oil, and maple syrup over them and toss to coat. Season with salt and black pepper, then transfer to a baking sheet.
- 3
Roast in the preheated oven until the sprouts are tender and the sauce has thickened, about 40 minutes.
- 4
Move the Brussels sprouts mixture to a serving bowl. Add walnuts, cranberries, and feta cheese; stir to combine.
- Calories 227.52 kcal Moderate 11%
- Protein 6.31 g Moderate 13%
- Carbohydrate 21.12 g 8%
- Total Fat 14.25 g Moderate 18%
- Saturated Fat 2.68 g Moderate 13%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 6.71 mg Low Source 2%
- Sodium 102.18 mg Low Source 4%
- Dietary Fiber 3.65 g Moderate 13%
- Total Sugars 12.48 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 80.32 mg Low Source 6%
- Iron 0.95 mg Low Source 5%
- Potassium 344.87 mg Low Source 7%
- Vitamin A 35.52 mcg Low Source 4%
- Vitamin C 65.36 mg Good Source 73%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Tree Nuts 🌰
- Milk 🥛
- Garlic 🧄
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Balsamic Brussels Sprouts with Feta Cheese and Walnuts is made with 10 ingredients and serves 6. It takes about 55 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Balsamic Vinegar, Brussels Sprout, Crumbled Feta Cheese, and Dried Cranberry. Each serving provides about 227.52 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Balsamic Brussels Sprouts with Feta Cheese and Walnuts made of?
- The main ingredients are Balsamic Vinegar, Brussels Sprout, Crumbled Feta Cheese, Dried Cranberry, Garlic. The full list of 10 is above.
- How long does it take to make Balsamic Brussels Sprouts with Feta Cheese and Walnuts?
- About 55 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 40 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 227.52 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Balsamic Brussels Sprouts with Feta Cheese and Walnuts easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 10 ingredients and 4 steps.
- Is Balsamic Brussels Sprouts with Feta Cheese and Walnuts healthy?
- Balsamic Brussels Sprouts with Feta Cheese and Walnuts has an easyChef Pro health score of 41/100. Per serving, it provides 227.52 calories and 6.31 g of protein, or 13% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: saturated fat at 2.68 g (13% of the Daily Value). It contains Tree Nuts, Milk, Garlic and Onions, 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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