Yes—plenty of people do! Brussels sprouts have become much more popular over the past couple of decades, especially when they’re roasted instead of boiled.
Whether people like them often comes down to how they’re cooked:
- Roasted with olive oil, salt, and pepper: the edges caramelize and become slightly sweet.
- Sautéed with garlic or onions: develops a richer flavor.
- Shaved raw into salads: crunchy and milder than whole cooked sprouts.
- Steamed or boiled: this is the preparation many people dislike because overcooking can make them taste bitter and produce a strong sulfur smell.
Nutritionally, Brussels sprouts are a good source of:
- Fiber
- Vitamin C
- Vitamin K
- Folate
- Antioxidants
If you’ve only had mushy, overboiled Brussels sprouts, trying them roasted at a high temperature can be a very different experience.
