Duck Fat-Roasted Brussels Sprouts
Duck Fat-Roasted Brussels Sprouts emerge with a rich, toasty caramelization and a crisp-tender bite, lifted by a squeeze of fresh lemon for brightness. The savory depth of duck fat enhances the sprouts’ natural sweetness while black pepper and a hint of cayenne add gentle heat. Ideal as a standout side for roasted meats or holiday tables.
- Prep20 mins
- Cook20 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Duck Fat-Roasted Brussels Sprouts, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 66 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 34 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 94 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
How it scores for each health goal
The same recipe scores differently against different goals, because the goal changes the calculation rather than filtering a list. Set your goal in easyChef Pro and every recipe is scored against it.
- 65
- Heart Health
- 91
- Metabolic
- 57
- Digestive
- 29
- Inflammatory
- 50
- Performance
- 62
- General Wellness
- 1
Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- 2
Warm duck fat in a small saucepan over low heat until melted. Set aside.
- 3
In a large bowl, combine Brussels sprouts, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Pour the melted duck fat over the Brussels sprouts and stir to coat them evenly. Spread them in an even layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- 4
Bake in the preheated oven until the Brussels sprouts are browned and tender but still slightly firm, 15 to 20 minutes, flipping them halfway through. Finish with freshly squeezed lemon juice.
- Calories 169.49 kcal Moderate 8%
- Protein 8.83 g Moderate 18%
- Carbohydrate 21.74 g 8%
- Total Fat 7.62 g Moderate 10%
- Saturated Fat 2.0 g Moderate 10%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 6.83 mg Low Source 2%
- Sodium 69.29 mg Low Source 3%
- Dietary Fiber 9.72 g Good Source 35%
- Total Sugars 5.64 g --
- Added Sugars 0.08 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 70.68 mg Low Source 5%
- Iron 2.16 mg Moderate 12%
- Potassium 881.86 mg Moderate 19%
- Vitamin A 70.39 mcg Low Source 8%
- Vitamin C 207.36 mg Good Source 230%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Milk 🥛
About This Recipe
Duck Fat Roasted Brussels Sprouts is made with 6 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 40 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Black Pepper, Brussels Sprout, Cayenne Pepper, and Duck Fat. Each serving provides about 169.49 kcal, and is a good source of fiber.
Recipe Questions
- What is Duck Fat-Roasted Brussels Sprouts made of?
- The main ingredients are Black Pepper, Brussels Sprout, Cayenne Pepper, Duck Fat, Lemon. The full list of 6 is above.
- How long does it take to make Duck Fat-Roasted Brussels Sprouts?
- About 40 mins in total: 20 mins to prepare and 20 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 169.49 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Duck Fat-Roasted Brussels Sprouts easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 6 ingredients and 4 steps.
- Is Duck Fat-Roasted Brussels Sprouts healthy?
- Duck Fat-Roasted Brussels Sprouts has an easyChef Pro health score of 63/100. Per serving, it provides 169.49 calories and 8.83 g of protein, or 18% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: saturated fat at 2.0 g (10% of the Daily Value). It contains Citrus 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.
How easyChef Pro scores recipes and products
easyChef Pro analyzes up to 41 nutrients using data sourced from USDA and other verified food databases. Its scoring method uses the nutrients relevant to nutrition quality, calorie density, processing level, and your selected health goal. Recipes and food products get a health score from 0 to 100, calculated using consistent rules instead of being estimated by AI. The same nutrition data, serving size and health goal will produce the same result.
The calculation evaluates nutrients, calorie density, processing level, and how well the food supports your selected health goal. Protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals and other beneficial nutrients can strengthen the score. High amounts of sodium, saturated fat, added sugar and other nutrients may lower it.
Your health goal also matters. easyChef Pro evaluates recipes and products across six health areas and adjusts their importance for your selected goal. This means the same food may be a better fit for one health goal than another.
For recipes, changing an ingredient, quantity or serving size changes the nutrition and may change the score. Remix the recipe in easyChef Pro to calculate fresh nutrition and scores for the version you actually make. Product scores are based on the nutrition and serving information associated with that specific product.
Score a recipe free, no app required