Sautéed Brussels Sprouts and Squash with Fried Sage
Sautéed Brussels Sprouts and Squash with Fried Sage might be just the side dish you are searching for. One portion of this dish contains approximately 5g of protein, 13g of fat, and a total of 198 calories. This gluten free, primal, and vegetarian recipe serves 8. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes about 45 minutes. A mixture of brussels sprouts, olive oil, chives, and a handful of other ingredients are all it takes to make this recipe so yummy.
Instructions
In a small skillet, heat 1/4 cup of the olive oil.
Add the sage leaves and fry over high heat until deep green and translucent, about 1 minute.
Transfer to a paper towellined plate to cool. Season with salt and pepper.
Bring a medium saucepan of salted water to a boil. Fill a large bowl with ice water. Blanch the brussels sprout leaves in the boiling water until tender, about 2 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the leaves to the ice water to cool.
Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large, deep skillet.
Add the squash and cook over moderate heat, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned in spots, about 8 minutes.
Add the butter and continue cooking until the squash is tender, about 7 minutes longer.
Add the brussels sprout leaves, season with salt and pepper and cook until heated through, about 3 minutes.
Transfer to a bowl, scatter the fried sage and chives on top and serve.