SERVES 6
Brussels sprouts are incredibly high in dietary fiber and they are also a good source of potassium and manganese. A single serving of Brussels sprouts contains more vitamin K and vitamin C than you need for an entire day.
1 POUND BRUSSELS SPROUTS, TRIMMED AND QUARTERED
½ TABLESPOON PURE MAPLE SYRUP
½ TEASPOON SESAME OIL
½ TEASPOON SALT
1 TABLESPOON BALSAMIC VINEGAR
1 TEASPOON EXTRA-VIRGIN OLIVE OIL
1 TABLESPOON FRESH MINCED OR GRATED GINGERROOT
1 CLOVE GARLIC, MINCED
1. Place a steamer pan inside a saucepan and add about 1 inch of water.
2. Place the Brussels sprouts in the pan and steam for about 5 minutes, until tender.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together the maple syrup, sesame oil, salt, and balsamic vinegar.
4. In a large saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the ginger and garlic and cook for about 1 minute.
5. Stir in the maple syrup mixture and cook for 1 minute more.
6. Add the Brussels sprouts and toss to coat with the sauce. Serve hot.