72 Ways to Use Brussels Sprouts from the Garden

by Erin Marissa Russell

Is your garden producing so many Brussels sprouts that you’re looking for new ways to cook with them? Once you’ve decided to grow these tasty little cabbages, you probably aren’t one of the people who buy into the myth that they don’t taste good. But just in case, you should know that most of the time, limp, bitter Brussels sprouts are the result of substandard preparation techniques. There are plenty of ways to cook your homegrown Brussels sprouts that will result in tasty dishes your family will literally eat up. Keep reading to find out all your options.

Roast Your Brussels Sprouts for the Tastiest Veggies Around

The solution to bland Brussels sprouts is a quick roast in the oven. Simply toss those sprouts with other flavorful ingredients, like mustard, bacon, garlic, or citrus. Chop them if you wish—they’ll be delicious whether they’re halved, quartered, or whole, so it’s just a question of cooking time. When they’re done, you’ll have crispy, charred, flavorful sprouts that make a perfect side dish to whatever you’re serving up.

Anne Burrell’s Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon on Cooking Channel

Bon Appetit’s Sweet and Sour Brussels Sprouts

CookingLight’s Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Ham and Garlic on MyRecipes

Erin McDowell’s Spicy Roasted Brussels Sprouts on PureWow

Foxes Love Lemons’ Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Greek Yogurt and Bacon Jam

Martha Stewart’s Crisp Brussels Sprout Leaves

Michael Symon’s Roasted Brussels Sprouts with a Bacon, Mustard, and Walnut Vinaigrette on Cooking Channel

Real Simple’s Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Grapes

Taste of Home’s Roasted Green Vegetable Medley

Shred Your Brussels Sprouts for a New Way to Serve Them

Shredded Brussels sprouts really change the game. To make quick work of such fine chopping, break out the mandoline or food processor. (Make sure to use the finger guard if you’re using a mandoline for safety.) The formerly dense sprouts turn into a finely shredded, flaky nest of greens that you can saute or serve in a salad. Check out the recipes below for inspiration.

Bon Appetit’s Shaved Brussels Sprout and Shallot Saute

Cook in Canuck’s Shredded Brussels Sprouts with Pistachios, Cranberries, and Parmesan

CookingLight’s Pasta with Bacon, Shredded Brussels Sprouts, and Lemon Zest on MyRecipes

CookingLight’s Shaved Brussels Sprouts Salad

Food & Wine’s Shredded Parmesan Brussels Sprouts

Ina Garten’s Sauteed Shredded Brussels Sprouts on Food Network

Jamie Deen’s Shredded Brussels Sprouts on Cooking Channel

Joyful Healthy Eats’ Autumn Kale and Shaved Brussels Sprouts Salad

Real Simple’s Roasted Pork with Shredded Brussels Sprouts

Taste of Home’s Shredded Gingered Brussels Sprouts

Serve Brussels Sprouts in All Kinds of Salads

Whether they’re chopped into a salad with other veggies, coated with a zesty dressing, and served cold, or topped with a warm bacon vinaigrette, it’s hard to say no to a salad that includes Brussels sprouts. Eating Brussels sprouts raw may not be your first instinct, but it’s a perfect way to celebrate the flavor of the sprouts you grew this season. There are lots of ideas to get you rolling in the recipes here.

Ann Freele’s Chopped Brussels Sprout Salad on AllRecipes

Bon Appetit’s Broccoli and Brussels Sprouts Slaw

Bon Appetit’s Kale and Brussels Sprout Salad

Cookie and Kate’s Honey Mustard Brussels Sprout Slaw

CookingLight’s Brussels Sprouts Salad with Warm Bacon Vinaigrette on MyRecipes

CookingLight’s Pecan and Blue Cheese Brussels Sprout Salad on MyRecipes

Cotter Crunch’s Creamy Mustard Brussels Sprouts Salad

Delicious’ Middle Eastern Style Brussels Sprout Salad

Martha Stewart’s Warm Brussels Sprout Salad

Pinch of Yum’s Bacon and Brussels Sprout Salad

Self’s Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Chickpea Salad

The New York Times’ Brussels Sprout Salad with Apples and Walnuts

The Real Food Dietitians’ Brussels Sprouts Salad with Citrus Vinaigrette

Pair Brussels Sprouts with Meat for Filling Main Dishes

There’s no need to relegate your homegrown Brussels sprouts to side dishes and salads. Whether it’s in a sheet pan dinner, a creamy pasta, or folded into hand pies, Brussels sprouts can be part of main dishes that star all kinds of meats. The recipes here will show you how to serve your sprouts with chicken, steak, shrimp, salmon, and more.

A Saucy Kitchen’s One Pan Chicken with Lemon Garlic Potatoes and Brussels Sprouts

Bon Appetit’s Brussels Sprouts and Steak Stir Fry

CookingLight’s Maple-Mustard Roasted Chicken with Squash and Brussels Sprouts

Delicious’ Turkey, Sprout, and Stuffing Pasties

Diethood’s One Sheet Pan Garlic Roasted Salmon with Brussels Sprouts

FoodieCrush’s Carbonara Pasta with Charred Brussels Sprouts

Foodie With Family’s Stir-Fried Brussels Sprouts with Chinese Sausage

Martha Stewart’s Parmesan Chicken with Mushrooms and Brussels Sprouts

Martha Stewart’s Spicy Shrimp and Brussels Sprout Stir Fry

No Spoon Necessary’s Baked Honey Dijon Salmon with Brussels Sprouts

Primavera Kitchen’s Italian Turkey and Brussels Sprouts Meatloaf

Rachael Ray’s Bacon and Brussels Sprout Mac and Cheese on Cooking Channel

Real Simple’s Salami and Brussels Sprouts Pizza

Go Meatless and Serve Brussels Sprouts in Vegetarian Main Dishes

Whether you’ve instituted a Meatless Monday, you’re a full-time vegetarian, or your family is simply enjoying a vegetarian main dish now and then, this list is full of ways to put the spotlight on Brussels sprouts. These tasty little cabbages are so flavorful when well seasoned that there’s no need to include meat to make them delicious. The recipes below will show you what we mean.

Bobby Deen’s Whole Wheat Veggie Lover’s Pie on Cooking Channel

CookingLight’s Brussels Sprouts Tarte Tatin

Delicious’ Spaghetti with Kale and Brussels Sprout Pesto

Delish’s Best Buffalo Brussels Sprouts

Gimme Some Oven’s Brussels Sprouts Tacos with Creamy Avocado Sauce

Greedy Gourmet’s Leftover Brussels Sprout Soup

Green Kitchen Stories’ Aubergine, Brussels Sprout, and Lemongrass Curry

Martha Stewart’s Baked Brussels-Sprout Custards

Martha Stewart’s Tortellini with Lemon and Brussels Sprouts

Real Simple’s Rigatoni with Roasted Cauliflower and Brussels Sprouts

Skinnytaste’s Roasted Brussels Sprouts and Cauliflower Soup

Put the Spotlight on Brussels Sprouts in All Kinds of Sides

The Brussels sprouts you grow in your garden make a perfect accompaniment to all kinds of main dishes. Whether you choose to saute them, stir them into a creamy gratin, or coat them with Parmesan cheese, they’re bound to delight your diners. We’ve rounded up the very best recipes for Brussels sprouts sides below.

Aaron Sanchez’s Sauteed Brussels Sprouts with Chorizo on Cooking Channel

Bon Appetit’s Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Raisins

Bon Appetit’s Kung Pao Brussels Sprouts

CookingLight’s Cheesy Brussels Sprouts and Mushrooms

Damn Delicious’ Parmesan Brussels Sprouts

Delicous’ Brussels Sprout Mash

Delicious’ Creamy Brussels Sprout Gratin with Walnuts

Erin McDowell’s Creamed Brussels Sprouts with Sage and Caramelized Onions on PureWow

Erin McDowell’s Crispy Parmesan Brussels Sprout Bites on PureWow

Martha Stewart’s Fried Brussels Sprouts

Martha Stewart’s Smoky Brussels Sprouts Gratin

Ottolenghi’s Brussels Sprout Risotto on Something New for Dinner

T’Afia’s Brussels Sprouts Gratin on Food Network

Taste of Home’s Brussels Sprouts in Rosemary Cream Sauce

The Fabulous Beekman Boys’ Parmesan Crumb Coated Brussels Sprouts on Cooking Channel

Tiffani Thiessen’s Balsamic Glazed Brussels Sprouts with Pancetta on Cooking Channel

Whether your family tends to turn up their noses at Brussels sprouts or they’re already a favorite, these recipes should have given you plenty of inspiration for new ways to serve them. It just goes to show you that there’s no reason to let your garden haul of Brussels sprouts get boring. A few of these preparations will have the people who eat at your table excited to see sprouts on their plates. So get cooking!