Alkaline Diet · Recipes ·Dec 24, 2025

Alkalizing Holiday Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Cranberries & Toasted Pecans

Why this dish belongs on your holiday table

Holiday meals don't have to leave you feeling heavy, inflamed, or acidic. This vibrant Brussels sprouts recipe shows how festive food can also support an alkaline-forming lifestyle. Cruciferous vegetables like Brussels sprouts help support detox pathways, while healthy fats, citrus zest, and mineral-rich nuts bring balance, flavor, and nourishment — colorful, comforting, and just indulgent enough to feel like a celebration.

Holiday roasted Brussels sprouts with cranberries & toasted pecans

Serves: 4-6 · Prep: 10 minutes · Cook: 25-30 minutes

Ingredients

1 1/2 pounds Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
2-3 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Holiday garnish (added after roasting)

1/2 cup dried cranberries (unsweetened preferred)
1/4 cup toasted pecans or walnuts, roughly chopped
1 tablespoon pure maple syrup or 2 teaspoons balsamic glaze
Zest of 1/2 lemon or 1/2 orange
Pinch of red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

Preheat and prepare. Heat oven to 425°F and line a large sheet pan with parchment.
Toss. In a bowl, toss the halved sprouts with olive oil, sea salt, and pepper. Spread evenly cut-side down — the secret to golden, crispy edges.
Roast. Roast 20-25 minutes, resisting the urge to stir until the last 5 minutes, until deeply golden with a slight char.
Add the holiday magic. As soon as they're out of the oven, gently toss with cranberries, toasted nuts, citrus zest, and a light drizzle of maple syrup or balsamic glaze.
Taste and brighten. Finish with a squeeze of fresh lemon and a pinch of red pepper flakes for subtle heat.