Caramelized Brussels Sprouts with Melted Feta, Toasted Walnuts & Hot Honey Magic

Mediterranean Mezze–Style Side

🧺 Ingredients (Serves 4)

500 g (1 lb) Brussels sprouts, trimmed & halved
3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, divided
Salt & freshly cracked black pepper

For the Caramelization

1 tbsp balsamic glaze (or thick balsamic vinegar)
1 tsp honey

Toppings

½ cup feta cheese, crumbled
⅓ cup walnuts, roughly chopped
1 tbsp olive oil (for nuts)
1 tbsp fresh thyme or oregano, chopped

Hot Honey Magic

3 tbsp honey
½–1 tsp chili flakes (to taste)
½ tsp apple cider vinegar or lemon juice

🔥 Instructions

1. Roast the Brussels Sprouts

Preheat oven to 220°C / 425°F.
Toss Brussels sprouts with 2 tbsp olive oil, salt, and pepper.
Arrange cut-side down on a baking tray.
Roast 22–25 minutes until deeply caramelized and crisp.

2. Glaze

Remove from oven, drizzle with balsamic glaze and 1 tsp honey.
Toss gently and return to oven 5 minutes more.

3. Toast the Walnuts

While sprouts roast, heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a small pan.
Add walnuts and toast 2–3 minutes until fragrant.
Remove from heat and sprinkle lightly with salt.

4. Make the Hot Honey

Warm honey gently in a small saucepan.
Stir in chili flakes and vinegar/lemon.
Do not boil—just warm and infuse.

5. Assemble

Transfer hot Brussels sprouts to a serving dish.
Scatter feta over the top so it softens and slightly melts.
Add toasted walnuts and fresh herbs.
Drizzle generously with hot honey magic.