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    Brussels Sprouts with Cashew Dipping Sauce

    By | Shine Food – Mon, Mar 5, 2012 3:32 PM EST


    brusselsRemember when you'd feed your Brussels sprouts to the dog under the dinner table?

    Now that you're all grown up, you probably wonder what your problem was -- Brussels sprouts are good. Fun fact? They may have health benefits when it comes to DNA protection and lowering cholesterol. Try this recipe for a new twist on your kids' most hated veggie - we can almost guarantee they'll like it.

    What You Need

    1 pound Brussels sprouts
    2 cups green tea, brewed
    2 tablespoons agave nectar
    1/2 cup raw cashews, ground
    1/2 cup almond milk
    2 teaspoons nutritional yeast
    1 teaspoon dulse flakes
    1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
    1/6 teaspoon sea salt
    1/4 teaspoon chili powder
    2 tablespoons warm water

    Related: Mint Green Tea Pudding

    How to Make It

    Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Place Brussels sprouts in a roasting pan. Pour 2 cups brewed green tea over Brussels sprouts, then drizzle with agave nectar. Place into the oven for 30 minutes; flip sprouts after 15 minutes to ensure even cooking.

    Meanwhile, in a medium-sized bowl, combine remaining ingredients; whisk until well combined. Set aside.

    Remove Brussels sprouts from oven; drain remaining liquid. Transfer sprouts to a serving bowl. Serve warm with a drizzle of cashew sauce. Enjoy.

    Image source: uberculture

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