Try This Fall Side Dish

We’ve got a recipe to try that incorporates several fall favorites, including apples and pumpkin seeds. This dish is rich in antioxidants, vitamin C, vitamin K, prebiotics, fiber, omega-3, and magnesium.

Balsamic-Honey Roasted Apple, Brussels Sprouts, Sweet Potato, and Pepitas 

(cultivateyourplate.com)
Yields: 4 servings

Ingredients: 

• 1 apple, cored and chopped
• 1 large sweet potato, peeled and chopped
• 1 pound Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
• 1/2 cup red onion, chopped
• 3 tbsps extra-virgin olive oil
• 1/4 tsp salt (or to taste)
• 1/4 cup pepitas (green pumpkin seeds)
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar

Instructions: 

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Grease a sheet pan or line with parchment paper.
2. On the sheet pan, toss apples, sweet potatoes, Brussels sprouts, and onion with olive oil and salt. Smooth to a single layer. Roast in the oven for 15 minutes, stir, and roast for an additional 10 to 15 minutes or until desired tenderness. 
3. Transfer to a serving dish, add pepitas, and drizzle with balsamic vinegar and honey. Toss gently to coat. Serve and enjoy!

By Carrie Vittitoe

P.S. Try this corn chowder recipe.