52 recipes that'll turn you into a fan of brussels sprouts

No vegetable has suffered a worse reputation than the brussels sprout – overcooked, mushy, and dreaded on dinner plates everywhere. But it’s time to give this misunderstood veggie a second chance. With the right preparation, brussels sprouts transform into crispy, caramelized bites of deliciousness that just might become your new favourite. From roasted and glazed to shredded in salads and tucked into pastas, these recipes will show you just how versatile (and irresistible) brussels sprouts can be. Give them a try – you might just become a superfan.

by delicious. team

delicious. team

May 04, 2025

Embrace the Brussels sprout life with this bacon gratin recipe

Brussels sprout, bacon and sage with aged cheddar

Brussels sprout and bacon topped with melted cheese is the perfect side dish.

Sprout and potato gratin with chestnut crumb

Topped with toasty breadcrumbs and chestnuts for added crunch, this creamy, garlicky gratin is pure comfort-food joy. Get stuck in to reveal the beautiful vegies just beneath the surface.

Sprout salad with sherry, candied nuts and manchego

This crunchy brussels sprout salad will make the perfect side for your long lunch. Made for entertaining and sharing, this summer salad delivers sharp, fresh flavours with green apple, lemon zest, shredded mint and parsley with sweet and tangy strips of pancetta and candied nuts. Perfectly balanced with a bold and zesty manchego cheese, this delicious salad is sure to be your next favourite.

Duck-fat brussels sprouts with lemon aioli

Watch out potatoes, these duck-fat brussels sprouts are tough competition for favourite Christmas side.

Lamb rack with sprout salad and crispy potatoes

In her final delicious. column, MasterChef winner Elena Duggan bows out with a recipe that puts her own spin on a classic Aussie lamb roast.

Brussels sprout gratin with macadamia crumb

"The pièce de résistance of this dish is the crispy macadamia crumb topping, adding a satisfying crunch and a hint of nutty flavour that perfectly complements the sprouts." – Dominic Smith. Recipe note: You’ll need a large flameproof baking dish or frypan.

Sprouts, kraut and trout hash

Great for breakfast, just as good at any time of the day.

Darren Robertson's recipe that'll make you love Brussels sprouts

Brussels sprout chilli chips

"I love brussel sprouts. Dehydrating them is a good way to use up a spare handful. Just spice them up and it’s a nice, crunchy snack" - Darren Robertson.

Middle Eastern roasted sprouts

Bursting with Middle Eastern flavours, this recipe will make you rethink everything you thought you knew about sprouts.

Crunchy sprout slaw

The bite you get from this slaw’s raw elements brings some welcome freshness to the table.

Sprout and Stilton soup

Whip up this flavour-packed soup to serve as a starter, or enjoy it as a nourishing supper with crusty bread on the side to dunk in.

Brussels sprout, anchovy, lemon and caper spaghetti

The sliced sprouts here soak up all the beautiful oil, wine and pasta water for a flavour-packed dish.

Minestrone with quinoa and brussels sprouts

This hearty, comforting soup is also packed full of vegetables. Feel good food that's also good for you.

Brussels sprouts, pilpelchuma (chilli paste) and macadamias

“Smoky pilpelchuma and sweet brussels sprouts make a legendary combination! ‘Pilpel’ means pepper and ‘chuma’ means garlic. This paste, which originates from Libyan Jews, is so quick to make and lifts any dish it touches. My mum calls it ‘the working mum’s harissa’ because, although it’s a lot like the spicy paste, it’s less messy to make, you usually have all the ingredients on hand and it takes less than 5 minutes to put together.” Recipe by Louisa Allan and Shuki Rosenboim.