Description
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of Mexican Street Corn Brussels Sprouts—crisp roasted sprouts are transformed into a fiesta of taste with creamy cotija cheese, zesty lime, and a kick of chili powder. Perfect as a side dish or a savory snack, this recipe combines textures and flavors that will leave your guests craving more. Simple to prepare and visually stunning, it’s an irresistible addition to any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Brussels sprouts (trimmed and halved)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 cup cotija cheese (crumbled)
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1 lime (juiced)
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro (chopped)
- Salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a large bowl, toss halved Brussels sprouts with olive oil, chili powder, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- Spread the sprouts on a baking sheet in a single layer and roast for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove from the oven and immediately sprinkle cotija cheese over the hot sprouts; drizzle with fresh lime juice.
- Garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg