When it comes to grilling, beef often takes the spotlight. But pairing it with the right vegetable can turn a simple meal into something unexpectedly delicious. Enter Brussels sprouts. Once misunderstood, these little green gems have earned their place on modern plates, especially when grilled to bring out their natural sweetness and crisp edges.
Grilled beef and Brussels sprouts make a bold, flavorful duo. The beef delivers savory richness, while the sprouts provide earthy contrast and texture. When both hit the grill, they develop a smoky char that enhances their individual flavors and unites them in one cohesive dish.
This combo works well in a variety of ways. You can thread beef cubes and halved Brussels sprouts onto skewers for easy grilling and serving. Or, grill the sprouts in a basket while cooking a marinated steak alongside. No matter the method, the result is a satisfying mix of juicy meat and crisp-tender vegetables.
What really makes this pairing special is the balance. The slight bitterness of Brussels sprouts pairs beautifully with the umami of grilled beef. Add a squeeze of lemon juice or a drizzle of balsamic glaze, and the dish gets a bright, acidic lift that cuts through the richness. Toss in some garlic or herbs for an extra punch of flavor.
Grilled beef and Brussels sprouts are also incredibly versatile. They can be the star of your dinner plate or served over rice, grains, or salad greens for a complete meal. Leftovers? Chop them up and toss into a wrap or grain bowl for an easy lunch the next day.
This dish proves that grilling doesn’t have to be about heavy sauces or complicated techniques. With just a few quality ingredients and a hot grill, you can create a meal that feels both rustic and refined. It’s ideal for weeknights, cookouts, or any time you want to keep things simple and flavorful.
Ingredients
- 1 pound beef sirloin steak
- 1 pound brussels sprouts
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tsp thyme dried
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
- In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, dried thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Brush the olive oil mixture onto the beef sirloin steak. Place steak on preheated grill and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or to desired doneness. Remove steak from grill and let rest for 5 minutes.
- While the steak is resting, prepare the brussels sprouts. Cut off the ends of the brussels sprouts and slice them in half.
- In a large bowl, toss the sliced brussels sprouts with the remaining olive oil mixture. Place brussels sprouts on the grill, cut side down, and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until tender and lightly charred.
- Slice the steak against the grain into thin strips.
- Serve the grilled beef and brussels sprouts together and enjoy!
Nutrition
Um, what’s thyme? Can I use something else? Help me, please!
This recipe was a hit at our dinner! The flavors melded really well. I will make it again for sure!
I mean, how can you go wrong with steak?? But the sprouts were eh.
Steak is life! But yeah, I feel you on the sprouts. They can be hit or miss. Did you try seasoning them more?
Honestly, I love brussels sprouts! But some people just can’t appreciate their flavor. Grilling them is the best way!
simple and tasty! oliven oil is my fav for grilling.
Good flavors, but my steak took longer than 4-5 minutes per side (maybe my grill runs cooler). Resting it for 5 minutes helped a lot though.
Totally agree—4–5 min/side is super grill-dependent. Mine runs hot and it’s closer to that, but when it’s cooler I usually go 6–8 minutes and check with a thermometer. Glad the 5-minute rest helped!
Is it really necessary to let the steak rest? I didn’t and it was still good. Just saying!
Great, but I forgot to buy thyme and used oregano instead. Still tasty!
Oregano isn’t too bad, glad it still turned out tasty! I’ll have to try that next time. 😄
I dunno if that substitution works. Thyme’s flavor is different. Hope it wasn’t too weird!
Best recipe I’ve ever used for steak! Who knew thyme would make such a difference? Yummy!
I don’t like brussels sprouts, but this recipe actually made them taste good.
Wow, I never thought I’d hear someone say that about brussels sprouts! This recipe sounds great. I’ll have to try it!
I thought steak was supposed to be grilled longer. I did it 7 minutes on each side and it was too done. Be careful!