Best Brussel Sprouts And Leeks With Lime Ginger Butter Recipes

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BRUSSELS SPROUTS WITH LEEKS



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THIS is a dish I've tried a few times for my husband and me. Since we both love Brussel sprouts, I often experiment with different combinations to enhance the taste. We found leeks give the sprouts a special flavor.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 4

10 Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
1 medium leek (white portion only), thinly sliced
1 tablespoon butter
Dash salt

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, bring 1 in. water and Brussels sprouts to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 8 minutes., Add leek; cover and simmer 2-4 minutes longer or until vegetables are tender. Drain; stir in butter and salt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 118 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 146mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SHREDDED GINGERED BRUSSELS SPROUTS



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Even people who normally don't care for Brussels sprouts will ask for a second helping of these. -James Schend, Taste of Home Deputy Editor

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound fresh Brussels sprouts (about 5-1/2 cups)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small onion, finely chopped
1 tablespoon minced fresh gingerroot
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons water
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Trim Brussels sprouts. Cut sprouts lengthwise in half, then cut crosswise into thin slices., Place a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add Brussels sprouts; cook and stir until sprouts begin to brown lightly, 2-3 minutes. Add oil and toss to coat. Stir in onion, ginger, garlic and salt. Add water; reduce heat to medium and cook, covered, until vegetables are tender, 1-2 minutes. Stir in pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 56 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 214mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic exchanges

EASY LIME SHREDDED BRUSSELS SPROUTS



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This is a super easy side dish. For those of you scared of Brussels sprouts, please give these a try as they have made people who think they don't like them into fans!

Provided by mommyluvs2cook

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Brussels Sprouts

Time 16m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 4

ΒΌ cup butter
1 pound Brussels sprouts, halved and shredded
1 lime, juiced, or more to taste
1 pinch kosher salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir Brussels sprouts in the melted butter until tender, 6 to 8 minutes. Squeeze lime juice over sprouts and season with kosher salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 151.5 calories, Carbohydrate 10.5 g, Cholesterol 30.5 mg, Fat 11.9 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 4 g, SaturatedFat 7.4 g, Sodium 210.2 mg, Sugar 2.6 g

BRUSSELS SPROUTS WITH LEEK



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Leek adds special flavour to brussels sprouts, and a touch of elegance to this side dish. Adjust amounts accordingly for fewer or more servings, depending, too, on sprouts and leek sizes. This recipe originates in Reminisce magazine, Feb-Mar 2008 issue.

Provided by woodland hues

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 26m

Yield 4 , 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

20 -24 Brussels sprouts, washed, trimmed and x-ed into each core
2 medium leeks, thinly sliced (white part)
1 tablespoon butter or 1 tablespoon margarine
salt, to taste
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

Steps:

  • Place sprouts in saucepan with an inch of water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover, simmer for 8 minutes.
  • Add sliced leek, cover and continue to simmer 2-3 minutes or until tender.
  • Drain if there is any remaining liquid, and stir in butter, salt, and mustard.
  • Keep warm till serving time.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 91.2, Fat 3.6, SaturatedFat 1.9, Cholesterol 7.6, Sodium 65.4, Carbohydrate 13.8, Fiber 3.6, Sugar 3.6, Protein 3.4

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