Smashed Brussels Sprouts with Roasted Red Pepper Dip

Brussels Sprouts

• 2 lbs Brussels sprouts, ends trimmed and washed
• 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tbsp nutritional yeast
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder

Roasted Red Pepper Dip

• 3/4 cup raw cashews (soaked 30 minutes, drained)
• 1/2 red bell pepper, roasted
• 1/4 cup almond milk
• 1 clove garlic
• 1/2 tsp salt

Directions

• Steam the sprouts for 8 minutes (steamer basket or microwave) until partially cooked.
• Transfer to an air fryer tray or a parchment-lined baking sheet and use a cup to flatten each sprout slightly.
• Season with the olive oil, salt, nutritional yeast, paprika, and garlic powder.
• Air fry at 450F for 15 minutes, then flip and air fry for another 10 minutes until crispy.
• Dip: blend all the dip ingredients until smooth. Serve alongside the sprouts.

Vegan. Recipe by PlantYou. From Carleigh Bodrug on Instagram; full recipe at plantyou.com.