Roasted Chestnut and Cranberry Stuffed Brussels Sprouts

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Oven-roasted Brussels sprouts filled with toasted chestnuts and tart cranberries, perfect for a festive Christmas side dish. This Mediterranean-inspired Christmas recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 40 minutes, pairs Brussels sprouts, chestnuts, roasted and chopped, dried cranberries for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 210 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 Mediterranean cuisine 210 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Trim and halve 1 lb Brussels sprouts lengthwise, then carefully scoop out some of the inner leaves to create a cavity for stuffing.
  2. Step 2: In a bowl, combine 3/4 cup roasted chopped chestnuts, 1/3 cup dried cranberries, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Mix well.
  3. Step 3: Stuff each Brussels sprout half with the chestnut-cranberry mixture, then place in a single layer on a baking sheet. Drizzle 3 tbsp olive oil evenly over the sprouts.
  4. Step 4: Roast for 20-25 minutes until the Brussels sprouts are tender and slightly caramelized, turning halfway through for even cooking.
  5. Step 5: Remove from oven and sprinkle 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese over the top while still hot, allowing it to melt slightly before serving.

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