Best Lemon Butter Brussels Sprouts Recipes

LEMON-BUTTER BRUSSELS SPROUTS

Steps:

• Cut brussels sprouts in half. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add Brussels sprouts and garlic; cook and stir 5 minutes or until sprouts begin to brown. , Add wine, stirring to loosen browned bits from pan. Stir in broth, lemon juice, thyme, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 8-10 minutes or until sprouts are tender., Stir in butter and lemon zest until butter is melted. If desired, sprinkle with parsley.

STEAMED BRUSSELS SPROUTS WITH LEMON-DILL BUTTER

Steps:

• Place butter in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, or in a heavy bowl, with lemon zest and juice, dill, garlic, salt, and pepper. Beat until well combined. Transfer herbed butter to a piece of parchment or wax paper, and roll into a cylinder, twisting both ends to secure. Place in refrigerator until ready to use.
• Place a saucepan with steamer insert and 1 1/2 inches water over medium-high heat. Trim sprouts of outer leaves, and cut a small X in each base with a paring knife. When water in steamer is boiling, add sprouts and lemon quarters. Cook until sprouts are tender and bright green, tossing occasionally, about 10 minutes.
• When sprouts are done, discard lemon, and transfer to serving bowl. Cut disks of herbed butter, and toss with sprouts. Serve sprinkled with fresh dill.

BRUSSELS SPROUTS AND BABY CARROTS WITH LEMON-CHIVE BUTTER

Steps:

• Cook brussels sprouts and carrots in medium pot of boiling salted water until just tender, about 6 minutes. Drain and cool. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate. Melt butter in heavy large skillet over medium heat. Stir in chives, lemon peel, and mustard. Add vegetables and toss until coated and heated through, about 5 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Transfer to bowl.

ROASTED CAULIFLOWER AND BRUSSELS SPROUTS WITH CAPER LEMON BUTTER

Steps:

• Position racks in the top and bottom thirds of the oven and heat to 400°F.
• Mound the cauliflower on a large rimmed baking sheet. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon of the oil and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Use your hands to mix and coat the vegetables evenly with the oil, and then redistribute in a single layer. Repeat with the brussels sprouts on a separate baking sheet, using the remaining 1 tablespoon oil and another 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
• Place the pans in the oven and roast the vegetables, stirring and rotating the pans after 10 minutes or so, and continue to cook until tender and golden on the edges, 10 to 15 minutes longer. (Depending on the size and shape of your vegetables, the two may require different cooking times.) Transfer the roasted vegetables to a large bowl.
• Put the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat. When the butter is melted, add the shallot and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the shallots are translucent and aromatic, about 2 minutes. Add the capers and thyme and cook for 1 minute longer. Remove from the heat and stir in the honey, lemon zest, and 1 tablespoon of the lemon juice. Drizzle over the vegetables and toss to combine. Taste and season with more salt or lemon juice as needed.
• Serve right away or keep at room temperature for up to 1 hour.

LEMON BUTTER BRUSSELS SPROUTS

Steps:

• Cut Brussels sprouts in half.
• In large skillet, heat oil over medium heat.
• Add Brussels sprouts and garlic; cook and stir 5 minutes or until sprouts begin to brown.
• Add wine, stirring to loosen browned bits from pan.
• Stir in Broth, lemon juice, thyme, salt and pepper.
• Bring to a boil.
• Reduce heat, simmer, covered 8-10 minutes or until sprouts are tender.
• Stir in butter and lemon peel until butter is melted.
• If desired sprinkle with parsley.