Description
These Mexican Street Corn Brussels Sprouts are a delightful fusion of crispy, caramelized Brussels sprouts coated in a creamy, zesty sauce reminiscent of traditional elote. Each bite offers a satisfying crunch followed by a burst of flavor from the tangy lime and spicy chili powder, making it a perfect side dish or appetizer.
Ingredients
- Brussels Sprouts: 1 pound, trimmed and halved
- Olive Oil: 2 tablespoons, for roasting
- Salt: 1 teaspoon, to taste
- Black Pepper: 1/2 teaspoon, to taste
- Mayonnaise: 1/4 cup, for the sauce
- Fresh Lime Juice: 2 tablespoons, for tanginess
- Chili Powder: 1 teaspoon, for spice
- Cotija Cheese: 1/3 cup, crumbled, for topping
- Cilantro: 1/4 cup, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a large bowl, toss the halved Brussels sprouts with olive oil, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
- Spread the Brussels sprouts in a single layer on a baking sheet.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until they are golden brown and crispy, stirring halfway through for even cooking.
- While the Brussels sprouts are roasting, mix the mayonnaise, lime juice, and chili powder in a small bowl until well combined.
- Once the Brussels sprouts are done, remove them from the oven and drizzle the sauce over them while they are still hot.
- Sprinkle the crumbled Cotija cheese and chopped cilantro on top before serving.
Notes
- Make-ahead: You can prepare the Brussels sprouts and sauce separately a day in advance. Store them in airtight containers in the refrigerator.
- Storage: Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven for best results.
- Substitutions: For a vegan option, replace mayonnaise with vegan mayo and Cotija cheese with a dairy-free cheese alternative.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: side dish
- Method: roasting
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 300 milligrams
- Fat: 15 grams
- Saturated Fat: 2 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 18 grams
- Fiber: 6 grams
- Protein: 5 grams
- Cholesterol: 5 milligrams
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