CACIO E PEPE BRUSSELS SPROUTS

204 Cals 12 Protein 8 Carbs 15 Fats
PREP TIME:
10 mins
COOK TIME:
15 mins
TOTAL TIME:
25 mins
YIELD:6 SERVINGS
COURSE:Dinner, Side Dish
CUISINE:Italian
Cacio e Pepe Brussels Sprouts swaps out pasta for shredded Brussels sprouts in this low-carb take on the Italian classic.
INGREDIENTS
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1½ teaspoons freshly ground pepper
Crushed red pepper flakes
14 ounces shredded Brussels sprouts, see Note
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 1/4 cups freshly grated Parmesan cheese, plus more for serving
Zest of 1 lemon
1/3 cup toasted hazelnuts or pecans, roughly chopped
INSTRUCTIONS
In a large skillet over medium heat, cook the olive oil, pepper, and red pepper flakes together until toasted, 30 seconds to 1 minute.
Add the Brussels sprouts and cook, without stirring, until they begin to soften, about 2 minutes.
Season with the salt, and cook until the Brussels sprouts just begin to char, about 2 minutes.
Remove the skillet from the heat and add the Parmesan, lemon zest, and hazelnuts.
Serve warm, topped with more fresh Parmesan, if desired.
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NOTES
Serving: 1/2 cup, Calories: 204kcal, Carbohydrates: 8g, Protein: 12g, Fat: 15g, Saturated Fat: 5g, Cholesterol: 16.5mg, Sodium: 591.5mg, Fiber: 3.5g, Sugar: 2gBlue Smart Points:6Green Smart Points:6Purple Smart Points:6