Thyme-Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Fresh Cranberries
Brussels sprouts are roasted with olive oil and fresh thyme until tender and browned, then paired with tart cranberries and a touch of maple syrup. Earthy, bittersweet, and lightly sweet, this colorful side dish makes a fitting accompaniment for a festive dinner or a cozy autumn meal.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook20 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Thyme-Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Fresh Cranberries, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 48 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 21 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 92 / 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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- 75
- Heart Health
- 84
- Metabolic
- 50
- Digestive
- 35
- Inflammatory
- 36
- Performance
- 55
- General Wellness
- 1
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2
Toss Brussels sprouts in a bowl with olive oil, thyme, salt, and black pepper. Transfer to the prepared baking sheet in an even layer.
- 3
Cook in the preheated oven for 10 minutes; stir in cranberries. Continue cooking for 10 minutes more.
- 4
Transfer sprouts and cranberries to a serving bowl; drizzle with maple syrup and toss to coat.
- Calories 164.07 kcal Moderate 8%
- Protein 4.31 g Low Source 9%
- Carbohydrate 24.52 g 9%
- Total Fat 6.82 g Moderate 9%
- Saturated Fat 1.0 g Moderate 5%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 0.0 mg Low Source 0%
- Sodium 12.55 mg Low Source 1%
- Dietary Fiber 6.66 g Good Source 24%
- Total Sugars 13.26 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 31.28 mg Low Source 2%
- Iron 1.13 mg Low Source 6%
- Potassium 422.27 mg Low Source 9%
- Vitamin A 36.2 mcg Low Source 4%
- Vitamin C 103.89 mg Good Source 115%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
No known allergens listed for this recipe. Always double-check ingredients for your needs.
About This Recipe
Thyme Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Fresh Cranberries is made with 8 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 35 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Black Pepper, Brussels Sprout, Cranberry, and Fresh Thyme. Each serving provides about 164.07 kcal, and is a good source of fiber.
Recipe Questions
- What is Thyme-Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Fresh Cranberries made of?
- The main ingredients are Black Pepper, Brussels Sprout, Cranberry, Fresh Thyme, Maple Syrup. The full list of 8 is above.
- How long does it take to make Thyme-Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Fresh Cranberries?
- About 35 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 20 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 164.07 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Thyme-Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Fresh Cranberries easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 8 ingredients and 4 steps.
- Is Thyme-Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Fresh Cranberries healthy?
- Thyme-Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Fresh Cranberries has an easyChef Pro health score of 51/100. Per serving, it provides 164.07 calories and 4.31 g of protein, or 9% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: saturated fat at 1.0 g (5% of the Daily Value). 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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