Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Cranberries with Pecans and Balsamic Vinegar
Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Cranberries with Pecans and Balsamic Vinegar is a colorful and flavorful side dish perfect for a holiday dinner or any special occasion. 
Brussels Sprouts are always a favorite side dish in my house. I have several favorites like my Cheesy Bacon Brussels Sprouts Casserole, Roasted Fingerling Potatoes and Brussels Sprouts and Roasted Cauliflower and Brussels Sprouts. During the holidays, I like to "class them up" by adding some color and contrasting flavors with the cranberries, pecans, and balsamic vinegar.
The best part about this dish is that it is family friendly and festive for holidays meals! Of course, I also love that it is prepared in one pan. The sprouts are steamed in the same pan that they are roasted in, which makes clean up quick and easy.
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What do I need to make the Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Cranberries?
This beautiful vegetarian side dish had just a few ingredients and takes approximately 35 minutes to make. Here is what you will need:
- Brussels Sprouts
- Olive Oil
- Sea Salt
- Black Pepper
- Whole Cranberries
- Pecans
- Balsamic Vinegar
Kitchen Items Needed:
- Sharp Knife
- Cutting Board
- Measuring Cups
- Measuring Spoons
- Baking Sheet
- Cooking Spray
- Aluminum Foil
- Spatula
How do I make the Roasted Brussels sprouts and Cranberries?
This recipe comes together very quickly! As I mentioned above, I love that it can be made with minimal dishes.
Step 1: Prepare the Brussels Sprouts
Place a rack in the upper third of the oven and preheat oven to 450 degrees Fahrenheit. Trim leaves off Brussels spouts and cut in half with a sharp knife. Then, prepare a rimmed baking sheet with cooking spray and spread Brussels sprouts onto it.
Step 2: Steam the Brussels Sprouts
Drizzle olive oil over the sprouts and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Stir gently to coat. Add 3 tablespoons of water to baking sheet and cover it tightly with aluminum foil. Place in the top third of the oven to steam for 15 minutes.
Step 3: Remove aluminum foil and roast Brussels sprouts
After 15 minutes, remove baking sheet from oven and carefully take off aluminum foil. Take caution as steam will be released as the foil is removed. Stir sprouts and place back in oven for 5 minutes or until they begin to slightly brown.
Step 4: Add cranberries and pecans
Remove Brussels sprouts from oven and add fresh whole cranberries and coarsely chopped pecans. Stir gently to combine and place back in oven. Roast for additional 5 minutes or until cranberries soften slightly and pecans begin to brown.
Step 5: Drizzle with Balsamic Vinegar, Serve and Enjoy!
Remove from oven, then drizzle with Balsamic vinegar. Toss to coat, serve and enjoy warm!
Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Cranberries with Pecans and Balsamic Vinegar
Ingredients
- 4 Cups Brussels Sprouts halved
- 2 tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 1 teaspoon Kosher Sea Salt
- 1 teaspoon Coarse Ground Black Pepper
- 3 tablespoon Water
- 1 Cup Fresh Whole Cranberries
- ½ Cup Pecans coarsely chopped
- 2 tablespoon Balsamic Vinegar
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees
- Trim leaves of brussels sprouts and cut in half
- Spread on a rimmed baking sheet coated with cooking spray
- Drizzle olive oil over sprouts
- Add 3 tablespoon of water and sprinkle with salt and pepper
- Cover baking sheet tightly with aluminum foil and place in top ⅓ of oven to steam for 15 minutes
- Take out of oven and remove aluminum foil
- Toss sprouts and place bake in oven and roast for 5 minutes or until they begin to slightly brown
- Remove from oven and add cranberries and pecans and toss mixture gently
- Place back in oven to roast for an additional 5 minutes
- Remove from oven and drizzle with balsamic vinegar, then toss to coat
- Serve warm!
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This looks great and would be a perfect side dish for Thanksgiving!! 🙂
Brussel sprouts are my fav! I haven't tried it with crandberries. Such a great idea for the winter!
I've been kind of obsessed with roasted brussels lately!
Roasted brussels sprouts are one of our favorite vegetables to eat for dinner. They go with so many protein dishes.
All of this looks so good! I'm so excited for Thanksgiving. Mmmmm!!!!!
We roast Brussels sprout all of the time, but I have never thought to add the cranberries. I cannot wait to try your recipe. Looks yummy!
I'm totally going to try this recipe! I love brussels sprouts and this is a really festive way to bring them into fall. This recipe sounds so good and easy to follow!
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I feel like I'm probably the weirdo here, but I'm not really a cranberry fan. I'll just the brussels sprouts on their own!
Just when I see an awesome recipe with Brussels Sprouts, out comes a just as awesome recipe! I like adding pecans and cranberries!
Well....they looiki great and they look easy enough for me to make... 🙂
hmmmm, not really a fan of brussells, but I might substitute broccoli in there...the color combo is so pretty. I usually host Thanksgiving and Christmas (because I have the space for it). I enjoy preparing most of the food, and the leftovers are awesome (we'll be having white turkey chili ) 😉
I love roasted Brussels sprouts! 😀 They make for such a delicious fall dish! <3
This salad is gorgeous! Love the cranberry addition!
Brussels sprouts are my favorite veggie. I have never made them like this before, though - Can't wait to try it 🙂
I love the colors!! It looks so festive and yummy!
This looks so yummy!
Oh this looks so good! I have actually never tried to cook brussel sprouts but may have to give this a whirl
One pan dishes are my jam especially during the Holidays! I also love how festive this looks, the spread of colors is perfect for the season!
I love Brussels sprouts at Thanksgiving. The cranberries make it even more festive!
I live for quick and easy recipes that's packed with flavor and all the good things! I think this is awesome and it's definitely something that I'd make at home! Love the colors too!
These sound delicious!
I want this immediately or sooner. This looks amazing.
i have never tried roasted cranberries...very interested to try that out.
Pretty sure my family would love this!!!
What a delicious side dish for the holidays! The addition of cranberries give a pretty pop of color to this dish!
Such a beautiful addition to the Thanksgiving table. Not to mention tasty and healthy, too!
This is a nice recipe to add to my list for Thanksgiving. I am sure everyone would enjoy it.
oh what a great fall recipe! I need to give this a try. Perfect for thanksgiving too!
I love roasted Brussels sprouts! With the added cranberries and pecans this would be amazing for Thanksgiving. I even have a big bag of Brussels Sprouts now!
This sounds like such a great flavor combo. The colors are so pretty too!
I love anything simple, delicious, and healthy!! This beautiful dish meets all 3! yay thank you 🙂
I'm such a fan of roasted Brussel sprouts. Then when you add cranberries....yum I'm getting hungry just thinking about it!
Looks amazing! I'm hosting my in laws and they're too picky for this but I'll be making for myself another time for sure!
What an delicious and healthy recipe, I'm gonna totally try it soon and it is easy to make which is amazing because i'm not a pro chef haha.
This is one of my favorite recipes. I am allergic to pecans so I switch it out for slivered almonds or walnuts!
This is one my husbands favorite ways to make Brussels sprouts. Here’s a grown up hint: soak the cranberries overnight in bourbon. Cook as usual. ?
I love brussels sprouts! My husband has a great recipe. The cranberries make a great holiday edition!
I am sure those roasted Brussels will be a big hit! I can smell the flavors from here
Balsamic vinegar on brussels sprouts is so delicious. I use it occasionally to spice up my usual roasted sprouts. Next time I make some I'm going to add the nuts and cranberries. I can only imagine the flavor profile of the dish.
Oh man these look so delicious! I am a huge fan of brussels sprouts and I love trying them new ways. I will have to check this recipe out next time I make them!
This looks amazing, and I love the idea of adding the cranberries. I'm going to try this recipe!!
I have to make a side dish for Thanksgiving so thanks for the recipe. I am trying to find something that isn't just potatoes.
I've never roasted a brussels sprouts before but it looks so good with the cranberries and pecans. I might try this recipe because I like anything roasted. Happy Thanksgiving to you!
This sounds fantastic! What a mix of flavours! I love balsamic anything too so this is right up my alley! Can't wait to try
Brussels sprouts have come a long way! These look delicious, and I love all of those ingredients with it!
That brussels sprouts dish is so perfct for me because it is all veggie and nuts. I will keep this in mind for that special side dish.
I love brussels sprouts and the balsamic sounds delicious.
What a great side dish to add to any holiday table. The colors are beautiful!
What delicious, easy, and healthy snack! I have to try this
This looks super delish. I really love to eat healthy foods. I will definitely try make this one.
Perect combination of my fav veggie, and cranberries... OMG! this looks wonderful and I will make this next week! Thanks for sharing... I pinned your recipe!
This sounds like a fantastic Thanksgiving side dish! All of these flavors go so well together.
I'm a little behind on Thanksgiving but that turned out to be a great thing because I can still pick up ingredients for this recipe when I run out for other things tonight. Perfect!
Nice this is a great Thanksgiving add on! I will take to friendsgiving!
I love brussel sprouts and this looks amazing!!!!!! I will have to try it!!!
Looks delicious! What a great dish for Thanksgiving. Thanks for sharing!
I've never been a big fan of brussel sprouts but my Mom loves them and makes them every year for Thanksgiving. I might like them more if they were garnished this way.
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Made this for office potluck. Mixed reviews but of special note, cranberries in at 5 minutes made them burst. Would it have been better to do it for two or three minutes??
@Jane, It's ok for the cranberries to burst a little! However, if you prefer them firmer, I would add them in 2 to 3 minutes before removing from oven.
This colorful and delicious side dish would be just perfect for a family Dinner. Healthy, colorful, quick and easy and unique too.
This dish was such a beautiful blend of flavors! The sweetness of the cranberries, the crunch from the pecans, and that tangy balsamic glaze on the roasted Brussels sprouts made it feel so special.
A total flavor bomb—sweet, tangy, and perfectly crunchy. It's the kind of side dish that makes you want to go back for seconds, even if you're full!
Love brussels sprouts! I can never say no to a good recipe like this. Thank you!
So festive and colorful! I used a balsamic glaze instead of balsamic vinegar for a little added sweetness but the cranberry flavor was so tart and tasty!