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Shaved Brussels Sprouts with Toasted Almond Slivers

This recipe is sure to make even a die-hard Brussels sprouts detractor a convert. If slicing Brussels sprouts seems like too much work, put the trimmed sprouts down the feed tube of a food processor fitted with a slicing blade.

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November 8th, 2010

By LeeAnne Wright

"I hated Brussels sprouts as a kid, but I am now a reformed Brussels sprouts eater! The crunch of the toasted almonds was a great addition." Andrea Tomkins, mom of Emma, 11, and Sarah, 9, Ottawa.
Servings
8
Prep Time
20 minutes (to table)
Ingredients
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 lbs Brussels sprouts, trimmed and sliced (about 8 cups)
  • 1 tbsp sodium-reduced soy sauce
  • 4 tbsp toasted slivered almonds, divided
Directions

  1. Melt butter with olive oil in a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add Brussels sprouts and sauté until almost tender, about 8 minutes.

  2. Stir in soy sauce and 3 tablespoons almonds. Season with pepper, if desired. Transfer to bowl. Sprinkle with remaining almonds and serve.

Nutrients Per Serving

59 calories, 7 g fat, 58 mg calcium, 95 mg sodium, 11 g carbohydrates, 5 g fibre, 5 g protein. Excellent source of vitamin C, folate and vitamin K. Good source of vitamin E, vitamin A, manganese and potassium.

Shaved Brussels Sprouts with Toasted Almond Slivers
Photography by Michael Alberstat
Prop Styling by Arren Williams