Nutrition
By Nancy Adler
Crunchy veggies like Brussels sprouts help you stave off health issues such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, heart disease and diabetes. Eating lots of cruciferous veggies may help to protect against cancers of the stomach, lungs, kidneys, breast, bladder and prostate. Packed with immunity-boosting vitamin C and cancer-fighting glucosinolates, Brussels sprouts are the most powerful of the cold-weather superfoods. Brussels sprouts are rich in antioxidants and help reduce oxidative stress in your cells. Brussels contains phytonutrients, a plant-based nutrient that lowers inflammation and reduces cancer risk.
You may find this recipe in my cookbook, “Nancy’s Recipe for Life,” available at my Linwood Office location and Capellas Oil and Vinegar Store.
Marinated and Roasted Brussels Sprouts
Ingredients:
- 2 cups of Brussels sprouts
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- 2 tablespoons of red wine vinegar
- 4 cloves of garlic
- Black pepper to taste
- Grated Parmesan cheese to taste
Directions:
If using fresh Brussels sprouts, soak them in water for 20 minutes to release any grit or sand.
Peel the outer layers off.
If frozen, thaw completely, cut the stalk base off and put an x-incision on the medium and small sprouts. Cut the large sprouts in halves.
Marinade the now ready-to-roast sprouts and the rest of the ingredients for at least 20 minutes.
Roast in a 350 oven for 20 minutes.
Remove from the oven. Add pepper and cheese as desired.
This recipe serves 6.
Nutritional information per serving:
- Calories: 58.7
- Total Fat: 4.6 grams
- Cholesterol: 0.0 mg
- Sodium: 9.3 mg
- Total carbs: 4.0 grams
- Dietary Fiber: 1.2 grams
- Protein: 1.1 grams
Nancy Adler is a certified nutritionist and practitioner in Linwood. Her office is located in Cornerstone Commerce Center, 1201 New Rd. Learn about her practice at ww.nancyadlernutrition.com (609)653-4900. Nancy is the Recipient of the Best of The Press 2020, 2021, and 2022 Gold Award. You may listen to Nancy every Saturday at 11 am Nancy Adler Nutrition LIVE! NewsTalk 1400 WOND and 92.3 the station is fm
