Balsamic Brussels Sprouts with Pecans

When you need a side dish that feels special but comes together in minutes, this Brussels Sprouts with Pecans and Aged Balsamic recipe is your new go-to. Thinly sliced Brussels sprouts sauté quickly for tender, caramelized edges, while Benissimo’s full-flavor Aged Balsamic Vinegar adds rich, balanced sweetness that transforms simple ingredients into something truly crave-worthy. It’s one of those easy recipes that tastes restaurant-worthy but fits seamlessly into your busiest evenings. Perfect for weeknight recipes, holiday spreads, or elevated family recipes, this dish proves that authentic flavor doesn’t have to be complicated. Your kitchen just got Benissimo’d.

Ingredients:

1 pound Brussels sprouts, trimmed
½ cup red onion, sliced
1 tablespoon EVOO
1 ½ - 2 tablespoons Aged Balsamic Vinegar
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon pepper
¼ teaspoon chopped pecans

Instructions: 

1. Thinly slice Brussels sprouts.

2. Heat EVOO in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.  Add Brussels sprouts and onion to pan.  Sauté 3 minutes or just until tender.  Add Aged Balsamic Vinegar and remaining ingredients; cook about 1 minute until heated.

3. Serve immediately.

This sautéed Brussels sprouts recipe is the definition of effortless flavor—simple ingredients, bold results. Whether you’re building out your collection of reliable weeknight vegetable recipes, looking for healthy family recipes, or searching for easy side dish recipes with balsamic vinegar, this one checks every box. The nutty crunch of pecans, the brightness of red onion, and the depth of aged balsamic create a perfectly balanced Brussels sprouts side dish that pairs beautifully with roasted chicken, grilled steak, or salmon. With Benissimo’s heritage-crafted flavor, you can cook confidently, serve proudly, and enjoy every compliment. Good taste runs in the family.