A delightful and easy-to-make side dish featuring Brussels sprouts sautéed with garlic and brightened with lemon zest.
Prepare the Brussels sprouts by trimming the ends and slicing them in half.
Halving the Brussels sprouts ensures even cooking and allows them to caramelize better.
Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
Using medium heat prevents the oil from burning and maintains its flavor.
Add the garlic to the pan and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
Be careful not to overcook the garlic as it can become bitter.
Add the Brussels sprouts to the pan and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 10 minutes until they start to brown.
Stirring occasionally ensures even cooking and prevents sticking.
Sprinkle the lemon zest, lemon juice, sea salt, and black pepper over the Brussels sprouts and stir well.
Adding the lemon juice at the end preserves its fresh flavor.
Serve warm as a side dish or enjoy on its own.
Garnish with additional lemon zest or a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese for extra flavor.