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Steamed Brussels Sprouts with Tangerine Dressing

Give a zing to these lightly steamed brussels sprouts with a sweet and sour tangerine dressing, to make a healthy but impressive Christmas side dish.
Prep Time5 mins
Cook Time16 mins
Total Time21 mins
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Vegan
Servings: 4
Author: The Awesome Green

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs fresh brussels sprouts
  • 4 tangerines juice only (about 1 cup)
  • 1 red onion finely diced
  • 2 garlic cloves cut in thin slices
  • 1 tsp coconut oil
  • 1 red apple cut in thin slices
  • 1 cup pomegranate seeds
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

  • Heat the coconut oil In a cast-iron skillet; add the onions and garlic and fry over low heat for 2-3 minutes.
  • Add the tangerine juice, sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, stir to combine, cover with a lid and let simmer for a five minutes, until the liquid starts to evaporates.
  • Remove from the skillet and set aside.
  • Pull off the outer leaves of the brussels sprouts as these might have blemishes, cut off the brown ends, wash the sprouts with plenty of water, drain well and cut in half.
  • Place them in a bamboo steamer (or a any other steamer available) over a large pot with boiling water and steam them for 6-8 minutes.
  • Transfer into a large bowl, add the tangerine dressing, the pomegranate seeds and apple slices, and toss to combine.
  • Serve immediately.

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