Mom’s Glazed Brussels Sprouts with Walnuts
Mom’s Glazed Brussels Sprouts with Walnuts balances tender sprouts with a buttery brown sugar glaze and a hint of warm spice. Toasted walnuts add a pleasant crunch and nutty depth, making this a cozy side for weeknight dinners or holiday tables. It’s a sweet-and-savory profile that pairs beautifully with roasted meats or poultry.
- Prep10 hrs
- Cook11 hrs
- Serves7
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Mom’s Glazed Brussels Sprouts with Walnuts, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 53 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 19 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 51 / 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.
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- 61
- Heart Health
- 72
- Metabolic
- 44
- Digestive
- 60
- Inflammatory
- 48
- Performance
- 39
- General Wellness
- 1
In a saucepan, bring the water to a boil and add the Brussels sprouts. Return to a boil, reduce the heat, cover, and simmer for 5 to 7 minutes, until the sprouts are tender. Drain.
- 2
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the butter, walnuts, brown sugar, allspice, nutmeg, and salt. Cover and cook on High for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the butter is melted and the walnuts are warm. Pour over the cooked Brussels sprouts to serve.
- Calories 326.3 kcal Moderate 16%
- Protein 10.89 g Good Source 22%
- Carbohydrate 16.22 g 6%
- Total Fat 26.78 g High 34%
- Saturated Fat 5.84 g High 29%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 18.03 mg Moderate 6%
- Sodium 14.19 mg Low Source 1%
- Dietary Fiber 6.0 g Good Source 21%
- Total Sugars 8.62 g --
- Added Sugars 1.41 g Low Source 3%
- Calcium 41.78 mg Low Source 3%
- Iron 1.77 mg Low Source 10%
- Potassium 471.2 mg Moderate 10%
- Vitamin A 26.12 mcg Low Source 3%
- Vitamin C 69.41 mg Good Source 77%
- 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 🥛
About This Recipe
Mom's Glazed Brussels Sprouts with Walnuts is made with 8 ingredients and serves 7. It takes about 21 hrs and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Brown Sugar, Brussels Sprout, Butter, and Ground Allspice. Each serving provides about 326.3 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Mom’s Glazed Brussels Sprouts with Walnuts made of?
- The main ingredients are Brown Sugar, Brussels Sprout, Butter, Ground Allspice, Ground Nutmeg. The full list of 8 is above.
- How long does it take to make Mom’s Glazed Brussels Sprouts with Walnuts?
- About 21 hrs in total: 10 hrs to prepare and 11 hrs to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 326.3 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Mom’s Glazed Brussels Sprouts with Walnuts easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 8 ingredients and 2 steps.
- Is Mom’s Glazed Brussels Sprouts with Walnuts healthy?
- Mom’s Glazed Brussels Sprouts with Walnuts has an easyChef Pro health score of 43/100. Per serving, it provides 326.3 calories and 10.89 g of protein, or 22% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: saturated fat at 5.84 g (29% of the Daily Value). It contains 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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