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December 14, 2012

Brussels Sprouts with Lemon and Hazelnuts

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Brussels sprouts with lemon and hazelnuts is an easy, nourishing side dish that’s perfect for the holidays!

Brussels sprouts contain goitrogens which can inhibit the uptake of iodine into the thyroid (which creates low thyroid hormones) so simmering for 8 minutes helps reduce these levels and as an added bonus, it also removes the bitter flavor.

A bit of browning, some ghee, lemon and crunchy hazelnuts fill this side dish with nutrients and flavor (remember it’s good to eat butterfat with vegetables so your body can properly assimilate the nutrients).

The other evening when I was prepping dinner, my daughter said, “Oh yay! Brussels sprouts!”. I laughed to myself, never having dreamed I’d hear a kid express excitement over this vegetable. If my kids can love it, so can you! 🙂

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  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound brussels sprouts
  • 1 teaspoon Celtic sea salt, divided
  • 2 tablespoons ghee (click here for an easy homemade recipe)
  • Juice of half a lemon
  • 1/4 cup crispy hazelnuts (I used this method to dehydrate the nuts) (omit for nut-free)

Instructions

  1. Place brussels sprouts in a medium-size pot and cover with water. Stir in 1/2 teaspoon sea salt and bring pot to a boil. Lower heat to a simmer and cook for 8 minutes. Drain. Coarsely chop the brussels sprouts. Melt ghee in a large sauté pan over medium-high heat and add brussels sprouts and remaining 1/2 teaspoon sea salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until sprouts begin to turn golden brown. Remove from heat, spritz with lemon juice and sprinkle with hazelnuts. Serve.

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  • Serving Size: Serves 6

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Filed Under: Egg-Free, Egg-Free, Grain-Free, Gaps Diet, Gluten Free Recipes, Grain Free Recipes, Holiday, Paleo Recipes, Sides and Salads, Thyroid Support and Health Recipes (Days 1-30), Thyroid Support and Health Recipes (Days 31+), Vegetables | 23 Comments

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23 Comments

  1. Stephanie Wilson

    December 14, 2012 at 6:36 am

    I really like brussels sprouts with lemon-great flavor combo! This looks like a beautiful side dish!
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  2. Jill

    December 15, 2012 at 3:56 am

    I bought brussels sprouts yesterday on the stalk...they're so much fresher that way! Now if I can find some hazelnuts...
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  3. Amy (Savory Moments)

    December 15, 2012 at 4:43 am

    These look like a great side dish. We love brussel sprouts here, especially with some nuts. I made a dish at Thanksgiving of brussel sprouts with pomegranate and chestnuts and it was the biggest hit.
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    • Deliciously Organic

      December 17, 2012 at 9:41 am

      I love the idea of pomegranate and chestnuts!
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  4. Sara

    December 15, 2012 at 9:02 am

    Do Brussels sprouts come organic? I have never seen them. Do you just buy regular Brussels sprouts?
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    • Deliciously Organic

      December 17, 2012 at 9:41 am

      I can buy organic brussels sprouts when they are in season. Regular brussels sprouts work well too, but of course, I recommend using organic. :)
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  5. Emily

    December 17, 2012 at 6:49 am

    Brussel sprouts is probably the only veg I shy away from, but with a recipe like this, I just might like them! ;)
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  6. Maria

    December 18, 2012 at 2:06 pm

    I love sprouts!
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  7. Vijitha Shyam

    December 18, 2012 at 4:13 pm

    I love sprouts and I am love with simple recipes like this one.
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  8. Brooke @ Food Woolf

    December 18, 2012 at 7:35 pm

    I agree. Brussels are the kind of thing that takes some mindful cooking to create something worth cheering about. Beautiful recipe. Looks like I need to get a slow cooker!
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  9. Marla

    December 19, 2012 at 5:33 am

    Love them sprouts & hazelnuts too!
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  10. HeatherChristo

    December 19, 2012 at 6:43 am

    Carrie- I have a real "thing" for Brussles Sprouts! I LOVE them. THis recipe looks amazingh
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  11. Rachael {SimplyFreshCooking}

    December 23, 2012 at 1:47 pm

    I'll have to go check out your ghee recipe. I've never heard of that... but whatever it is, I want it! I <3 Brussels sprouts!
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  12. Emily

    January 7, 2013 at 12:21 pm

    Can I substitute something for the hazelnuts? I'm allergic to them
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    • Deliciously Organic

      January 7, 2013 at 12:40 pm

      Walnuts would make for a nice substitution.
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    • Laurita

      February 1, 2016 at 6:01 pm

      How about cashews? The cashew is a seed, not a nut.
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  13. Emily

    January 7, 2013 at 5:01 pm

    Allergic to walnuts too, any other options?
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  14. Riya@Sprout'd

    September 11, 2013 at 5:48 pm

    The texture of the hazelnuts compliment the Brussels sprout quite well! Is there a place you can recommend to buy ghee from?
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    • Deliciously Organic

      September 13, 2013 at 8:48 am

      You can purchase it at most health foods stores or make it yourself (it's really simple!): https://deliciouslyorganic.net/how-to-make-ghee-clarified-butter/
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  1. Carrie Vitt says:
    December 18, 2012 at 9:02 pm
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  2. The Healthy Apple says:
    December 18, 2012 at 9:22 pm
    Delish Carrie! RT @CarrieVitt Brussels Sprouts with Lemon and Hazelnuts: http://t.co/Q5LEcPSh #realfood #gfree #organic
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  3. The Healthy Apple says:
    December 19, 2012 at 2:31 am
    Just made this! 5 stars. RT @CarrieVitt Brussels Sprouts with Lemon and Hazelnuts: http://t.co/Q5LEcPSh #realfood #gfree #organic
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  4. Greg Arz says:
    December 19, 2012 at 4:32 am
    Just made this! 5 stars. RT @CarrieVitt Brussels Sprouts with Lemon and Hazelnuts: http://t.co/Q5LEcPSh #realfood #gfree #organic
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