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Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Vanilla-Pecan Butter

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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Course Dairy Free, Egg Free, Side Dish, Vegetarian
Cuisine American
Servings 6
Calories 242.2

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 pounds Brussels sprouts trimmed
  • 6 tablespoons butter softened (or butter flavored coconut oil)
  • 1 vanilla bean seeds scraped (or 1 tsp extract)
  • 1/4 cup pecans toasted, chopped
  • 3 tablespoons coconut oil
  • 1 tablespoon grated lime zest
  • 1 tablespoon Orange zest
  • Salt and pepper to taste

OPTIONAL ADDITION:

  • bacon cooked and crumbled

Instructions
 

  • Combine the butter and vanilla bean seeds in a small bowl. Fold in the pecans and season with salt and pepper. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.
  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Place the Brussels sprouts in a medium roasting pan and toss with the oil and season with salt and pepper. Roast in the oven until lightly golden brown, 30 minutes. Transfer the sprouts to a large bowl, add the lime and orange zests. Transfer to a platter and top with some of the Vanilla-Pecan butter. Serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 242.2 | Fat: 22.2g | Protein: 4.5g | Carbohydrates: 10.9g | Fiber: 4.8g | P:E Ratio: 0.2