Lunch: Lemon Parmesan Roasted Brussels Sprouts

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Lemon

Health benefits of Lemon Parmesan Roasted Brussels Sprouts

Lemons can help to prevent oxidative damage to the body, which women with PCOS are often susceptible to. Lemons are also rich in vitamin C, flavonoids, and other antioxidants. They can potentially support the immune system and have other health benefits. Lemons also have a low glycemic index, so they should not cause a rapid rise in blood sugar when consumed in natural form.

Ingredients

1-1/2 pound Brussels Sprouts, Washed And Ends Trimmed
2 cloves Garlic, Or More To Taste
2 Tablespoons Olive Oil
1 Lemon, Juiced, Divided
Kosher Salt And Freshly Ground Black Pepper, To Taste
1/3 cup Shredded Parmesan Cheese

Instructions

Preheat oven to 400 ºF. Cut the Brussels sprouts in half lengthwise. Place the Brussels sprouts on a large baking sheet. Chop the garlic and spread out on pan with the Brussels sprouts.
Drizzle the Brussels sprouts with olive oil. Cut lemon in half and squeeze the juice of one half over the sprouts. Toss the sprouts until well coated with the olive oil and lemon juice. Season with salt and black pepper, to taste.
Place the pan in the oven and roast for 25 –30 minutes, stirring once. Remove from the oven when the sprouts are tender and crispy.
Squeeze the juice from the other half of the lemon over the Brussels sprouts and toss. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Transfer to a bowl or platter and serve warm.

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