Sautéed Brussels Sprouts with Browned Butter and Sage

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Golden-brown Brussels sprouts finished with nutty brown butter and fragrant fresh sage for a simple yet sophisticated side dish. This Belgian-inspired vegetarian recipe, ready in about 27 minutes, pairs Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved, Unsalted butter, Fresh sage leaves for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 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: 12 min Serves 4 Belgian cuisine 220 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Trim 1.5 lbs Brussels sprouts by removing the tough stem end and loose outer leaves, then halve them lengthwise. Place in a large bowl and toss with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
  2. Step 2: Heat 4 tbsp unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium heat until it foams and turns golden brown, then add the Brussels sprouts in a single layer. Sauté for 10-12 minutes, turning occasionally, until deeply golden and tender when pierced with a fork.
  3. Step 3: Stir in 1/4 cup chopped fresh sage leaves and 1 tbsp lemon juice, cooking for 1-2 minutes until the sage releases its aroma and the sprouts are evenly coated.

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