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Mexican Street Corn Brussels Sprouts

Mexican Street Corn Brussels Sprouts: A Zesty Flavor Adventure

Mexican Street Corn Brussels Sprouts combine crispy Brussels sprouts with zesty flavors of elote for a delightful side dish experience.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Brussels Sprouts
  • 1 pound Brussels Sprouts Fresh and trimmed
For the Creamy Mixture
  • 1/2 cup Crema (or Mayonnaise) Greek yogurt works for a lighter option
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice Fresh lime is ideal
For the Toppings
  • 1/2 cup Cotija Cheese Crumbly and salty
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder Adjust based on spice preference
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro Optional for garnish

Equipment

  • oven
  • baking sheet
  • mixing bowl
  • parchment paper
  • small bowl

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Trim the ends of the Brussels sprouts, slice them in half, and toss them with olive oil, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
  3. Spread the Brussels sprouts on the baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes, tossing halfway through.
  4. Mix together crema (or mayonnaise), lime juice, and chili powder in a small bowl.
  5. Drizzle the creamy mixture over roasted Brussels sprouts and sprinkle with cotija cheese.
  6. Garnish with fresh cilantro and an extra squeeze of lime juice before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 7gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 290mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 90mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. For best results, reheat in the oven to maintain crispiness.

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