5 Ingredient Tahini-Thyme Brussels Sprouts

Name: 5 Ingredient Tahini-Thyme Brussels Sprouts
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Ingredients: 1 lb. Brussels sprouts (trimmed and halved); 2 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil (or avocado oil); 1/2 tsp. kosher salt; 1/4 tsp. cracked black pepper; 2 Tbsp. tahini; 1/2 tsp. lemon zest plus 2 tsp. fresh lemon juice (from 1 lemon); 1 tsp. fresh thyme leaves; 2 pitted Medjool dates (finely chopped)

by becky
Created January 06, 2025
Imported from dishingouthealth.com

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

5 ingredient tahini-thyme brussels sprouts comes together in just 20 minutes, yet are elegant enough for entertaining. Serve as a Thanksgiving side or weeknight accompaniment to round out any spread.

Ingredients

1 lb. Brussels sprouts (trimmed and halved)
2 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil (or avocado oil)
1/2 tsp. kosher salt
1/4 tsp. cracked black pepper
2 Tbsp. tahini
1/2 tsp. lemon zest plus 2 tsp. fresh lemon juice (from 1 lemon)
1 tsp. fresh thyme leaves
2 pitted Medjool dates (finely chopped)

Directions

Preheat oven to 450°F.Toss Brussels sprouts in oil, 1/2 tsp. salt, and 1/4 tsp. black pepper; arrange cut side-down on a large baking sheet, avoiding any overlap.Roast for 15 minutes, until golden-brown. Transfer to a bowl or serving platter.
Combine tahini, lemon zest and juice, thyme, and a pinch of salt and black pepper in a glass jar or mixing bowl; mix well. Gradually whisk in 2 Tbsp. cold water, until dressing is creamy and pourable.
Drizzle tahini sauce over Brussels sprouts, and scatter chopped dates evenly overtop. Finish with a few grinds of black pepper and a drizzle of olive oil, if desired.