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Chestnut Pesto Brussels Sprouts bring healthy fats, fiber, and antioxidants to your table. Chestnuts and Brussels Sprouts are also both high in vitamin C. This purple variety adds color as well as traditional flavor.
I love roasted chestnuts so I was interested in trying a steamed version. Steamed chestnuts are ready to eat, no fussing with shells. Slightly sweet meat that’s firm enough to add to salads and sides.
I’ll be adding these chestnuts to upcoming holiday dishes! Here’s a direct link to learn more about these chestnuts.
Purple varieties of vegetables appeared in my local grocery stores more and more over the years. The best way to retain that vibrant color is to roast these vegetables. Sometimes boiling drains the color depending on the veggie. Not so with these purple Brussels Sprouts, they keep their color after cooking. Learn more about this purple variety from Melissa’s Produce, here.
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Chestnut Pesto Brussels Sprouts
Chestnut Pesto Brussels Sprouts
Ingredients
- 1/2 pound Brussels Sprouts, cut in half I used Melissa's purple Brussels Sprouts
pesto
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1 cup cooked chestnuts I used Melissa's
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1/2 cup parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup olive oil plus 1 tablespoon oil to coat baking sheet
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Place basil and garlic in a food processor. Grind into small pieces. Add chestnuts and cheese , salt and pepper and grind into thick paste. Slowly drizzle in olive oil to form smooth pesto.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Drizzle baking sheet with oil. Toss cut Brussels Sprouts in half of the pesto mixture and spread out in a single layer on prepared sheet.
- Bake Brussels Sprouts for about 10 minutes, turn over sprouts and add remaining pesto. Continue roasting until sprouts are soft and golden brown, about 10 minutes. Turn as needed to prevent burning.
More #FallFlavors Recipes Below:
Appetizers and Snacks
- Crispy Air Fryer Cauliflower from Simple and Savory
- Pumpkin Pie Smoothie from House of Nash Eats
- Roasted Grapes Crostini With Rosemary And Pecans from Eat Move Make
- Rosemary Roasted Cashews from SueBee Homemaker
Breakfast and Baked Goods
- Apple Coffee Cake from Devour Dinner
- Apple Pecan Loaf from Palatable Pastime
- Eggless Pear Almond Mini Loaves from Magical Ingredients
Side Dishes
- Balsamic Roasted Brussels Sprouts And Sweet Potatoes from Hezzi-D’s Books and Cooks
- Chestnut Pesto Brussels Sprouts from Cindy’s Recipes and Writings
Main Dishes
- Butternut Squash Gnocchi from A Kitchen Hoor’s Adventures
- No Marinade Lamb Kabobs from Art of Natural Living
Desserts
- Chestnut Chocolate Mousse from The Spiffy Cookie
- Chocolate Pumpkin Mini Cheesecakes from Jen around the world
- Graham Cracker Crumble from The Fresh Cooky
- Pear Crisp Recipe from Hostess At Heart
Be sure to follow our Fall Flavors Pinterest account for more inspiration.
These purple Brussels Sprouts would also look amazing in my Pineapple Glazed Brussels Sprouts recipe.
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Fall brings great cooler weather heartier vegetable choices for adding into my favorite baking recipes. Sweet potatoes and pumpkin make great bread and quick breads, pies, cakes and batters for pancakes and waffles.
You’ll find the recipe below along with links to more delicious summer desserts to try. In the meantime, don’t forget to enter our #SummerDessertWeek giveaway!
