Brussel Sprouts with Cranberries and Almonds

by Dr. Kellyann
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    Prep time: 10 min • Cook time: 30 min • Yield: 4 servings

    Ingredients

    • 3 tablespoons coconut oil
    • 1 medium onion, chopped
    • 2 cloves garlic, minced
    • Pinch of salt, plus more to taste
    • Pinch of pepper, plus more to taste
    • 4 cups Brussels sprouts, trimmed and sliced
    • 1/2 cup almonds, chopped
    • 1/4 cup dried cranberries (no sugar added) 
    • Pinch of flaxseed, optional

    Directions

    1. Preheat a large skillet on medium-low heat for 1- to 2-minutes. Add the coconut oil.
    2. Add the onions and garlic and season with the  salt and pepper. Cook for a few minutes until the onions are translucent. 
    3. Add the Brussels sprouts and stir to thoroughly coat with the oil. Sauté, adding more oil if the pan starts to dry out and brown. After a couple of minutes, add the almonds, cranberries and flaxseed, if desired. 
    4. Stir thoroughly and cook until the sprouts are lightly caramelized. Salt and pepper to taste.  

    Vary It! Try adding chopped celery and napa cabbage to the sprouts for a different flavor and texture.

    Tip: You can use this fabulous vegetable dish as the foundation for many different meals, so make extra! Not only is it a great side dish, but it's also an awesome meal. Add grilled chicken or steak or top with eggs. 

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    Dr. Kellyann Petrucci

    About the Author

    Dr. Kellyann Petrucci

    M.S., N.D. · Board-Certified Naturopathic Physician · New York Times Bestselling Author

    Dr. Kellyann Petrucci is a board-certified naturopathic physician, certified nutrition consultant, and New York Times bestselling author with over 20 years of clinical experience. She is the creator of the Bone Broth Diet and Cleanse + Reset programs, and author of multiple bestselling books including Dr. Kellyann's Bone Broth Diet, The 10-Day Belly Slimdown, and The Bone Broth Breakthrough.

    Dr. Kellyann completed postgraduate work in biological medicine at the Paracelsus Clinic in Switzerland and is a regular health expert on Good Morning America, The Dr. Oz Show, Good Day LA, and other nationally televised programs. She is also the host of two PBS specials: 21 Days to a Slimmer, Younger You and The 10-Day Belly Slimdown.