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Saturday 18 December 2021

A Christmas Tree That's Edible : The Brussels Sprouts Christmas Tree It's a Showstopper

Some readers may have seen this before, the Brussels Sprouts Christmas Tree, it really is a showstopper. Brussels sprouts are rich in many valuable nutrients, and not just to be enjoyed at Christmas. These 'mini cabbages' have a nutty, distinct flavour but they are seen as "The quintessential Christmas dinner veg. Brussels sprouts are thought to have been cultivated in Belgium in the 16th century - hence the name. Although they're related to cabbage - they even look like a miniature, compact version - they have a sweet, nutty flavour, which some people can find bitter. They grow in multiple rows along a thick, central stalk.

Now let's get back to the Brussels Sprouts Christmas Tree …


~ such a tasty work of art ~


Kate says, "turn the humble sprout side dish into a showstopper this Christmas! Roasted Brussel Sprout Christmas Tree – simply arrange into a fun tree shape and roast. Roasting makes sprouts taste delicious and is a vegan and gluten free Christmas side dish."

Ingredients
Serves Four
25-30 Brussel sprouts
1 parsnip (or carrot)
1 slice butternut squash
2 tbsp. olive oil
1 handful dried cranberries
salt and pepper
Instructions
1. Preheat the oven to 180C/350F. Line a baking sheet with baking paper.
2. Check the sprouts for any major blemishes and cut them out. Trim the bottom and cut each one in half so there is a flat side. Place them into a bowl with half the oil and toss to coat.
3. Peel and slice the parsnip (or carrot) lengthways into equal length pieces then rub to coat with some of the remaining oil.
4. Add the sprouts to the baking sheet in a large tree shape. Use the parsnips to create the tree trunk.
5. Use a star cookie cutter (or a knife to make the shape freehand) to make a star shape from the butternut squash slice. Lightly coat it with oil and add to the top of the sprout tree.
6. Roast in the oven for 20 minutes or until cooked and beginning to brown.
7. Add the dried cranberries decoratively to the sprout Christmas tree and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
8. Serve

This super idea from Kate, comes with a step by step guide … you will find it here


Readers, you will find a variety of articles and recipe ideas within this blog, but it is important to note, not all may be suitable for you. If you may have any food allergies, or underlying health issues these must always be taken into account. If you are a diabetic and not sure how certain foods may affect your blood sugars, test is best, i.e. use your meter.

All the best Jan

35 comments:

Tom said...

...I have never been fond of Brussels Sprouts!

Carla from The River said...

I LOVE Brussels Sprouts.. what a fun idea.
Merry Christmas!!
Carla

Christine said...

Gorgeous and delicious too!

Bleubeard and Elizabeth said...

I made this at Christmas two years ago thanks to your directions. I was really proud of mine and I sure like this one, too.

Catarina said...

I like Brussels Sprouts. A lot!!
Will try to make a similar tree. : )

Elephant's Child said...

Not for me. My mother told me I couldn't be a vegetarian because I don't like brussel sprouts. She was wrong. And her habit of cooking them till they were grey and slimy might account for why I dislike them.

bobbie said...

THE most DISGUSTING vegetable in the world!

Elderberry-Rob said...

This is the best tree I have seen! I love this post thank you :)

Angie's Recipes said...

I like Brussels sprouts, but they don't love me back. And they are on the top of my husband's NEVER TOUCH list.

Valerie-Jael said...

Great idea for a Christmas meal! Hugs, Valerie

Jo said...

I love Brussels sprouts, one of my favourite veg, and it wouldn't be Christmas dinner without them on my plate.

Kinga K. said...

So cute for Christmas ❤

Hootin Anni said...

How clever!!

Victor S E Moubarak said...

Now that is nice, and tasty too.

God bless.

CJ Kennedy said...

Looks pretty

eileeninmd said...

Hello,

Roasted Brussel Sprouts are the best, they taste much better. Thanks for the recipe.
Merry Christmas to you and your family. Happy weekend!

My name is Erika. said...

This is fun. I made one once with raw broccoli, but roasted brussel sprouts are delicious and would make a yummy tree. Happy weekend!

Ananka said...

Oh wow that does look amazing. :-D

Bill said...

Looks very nice! We just got some Brussel sprouts yesterday at the market.

lenalima said...

Gosto muito, é uma ótima ideia a arvorezinha enfeitando a mesa da ceia.
obrigada!

carol l mckenna said...

Creative and so healthy too! Xo


I am a bit behind in commenting ~ Hope to catch up soon ~

Happy Day to you,

A ShutterBug Explores,
aka (A Creative Harbor)

José Antonio Sánchez Rumí said...

The truth Jan is that I prefer the sweet, that if without excess, when I take more than the account my body notices it, but it does not have to be much less bad this tree.
Merry Christmas
Best regards

Salty Pumpkin Studio said...

That is so neat!

Inger said...

Love the Christmas trees. I will come back next year looking for recipes. After managing my type 1 diabetes really well for over 30 years, things have now gone awry. I have no idea why and fortunately I have a great diabetes team and will meet with one woman who works for Medtronics and has also become a fried for lunch every two weeks until we get this back on track. I'm mentioning this because I will check out your recipes and I'm sure I will find some that will be very helpful to me.

happyone said...

Isn't that a clever idea!! Love it.

Mary Kirkland said...

That is so cute and I love Brussels sprouts.

sandy said...

a favorite vegetable of mine. Cute tree.

William Kendall said...

I like Brussel sprouts. My mother would boil them and season with nutmeg.

The Joy of Home with Martha Ellen said...

So clever! Love them roasted!

DVArtist said...

Ohhh I love this so much.

Conniecrafter said...

very clever and fun way to decorate your table with edible goodies

Jeanie said...

That's really lovely!

Teresa said...

Me encantó. Besos.

Crafty Green Poet said...

Brilliant!

Magic Love Crow said...

I will be honest with you, I don't like brussel sprouts! I really try! LOL! But, I think this is adorable! Big Hugs!