Southwestern Sprouts

Brussels sprouts are like little cabbages, but with more flavor and packed with cancer-fighting phytonutrients.

INGREDIENTS | SERVES 4

1 pound Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved

1 tablespoon olive oil

1 tablespoon taco seasoning, or to taste

½ cup crushed spicy taco chips

½ cup Super Spicy Salsa (Chapter 12)

½ cup shredded Cheddar cheese

½ cup sunflower seeds (optional)

  • Preheat the oven to 350ºF.

  • Toss the sprouts with the oil and taco seasoning and put in a roasting pan.

  • Cook for about 30 minutes, or until the sprouts become tender.

  • Put them in a serving bowl and toss with the taco chips, salsa, cheese, and sunflower seeds, if using. Serve hot.

PER SERVING Calories: 390 | Fat: 24g | Sodium: 510mg | Carbohydrates: 35g | Fiber: 8g | Protein: 14g

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