Brussels Sprouts with Bacon
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Brussels Sprouts with Bacon
Description
This recipe for Brussels Sprouts with Bacon starts by tossing halved Brussels sprouts in olive oil and seasoning them with garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Roasting them in a hot oven develops a sear on the cut sides and cooks them to a fork-tender texture without becoming mushy. Adding cut bacon pieces to the baking sheet allows them to crisp as the sprouts roast, infusing the dish with smoky flavor.
After roasting, tossing the sprouts and bacon with balsamic vinegar gives a slight tangy acidity that complements the natural sweetness of the sprouts and bacon fat. The dish balances savory, sweet, and acidic flavors with a pleasing combination of tender and crisp textures.
Serve immediately to preserve the texture contrast and enjoy this as a flavorful side dish that pairs particularly well with roasted meats or hearty mains.
Ingredients
- 1 lb Brussels sprouts 1 1/2 lbs works too, halved
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 /4 teaspoon garlic powder
- salt I do about 1 teaspoon kosher salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- black pepper I do about 1 teaspoon kosher salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper
- 4 ounces Bacon cut into 1/2-inch pieces
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar (or balsamic glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees and line a baking sheet with aluminum foil or parchment paper.
- Place the Brussels sprouts on the baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil, tossing to coat. Sprinkle with garlic powder and salt and pepper. Try to make sure all of the Brussels are faced down on the pan to get a good sear. Place the pieces of bacon evenly on the pan.
- Bake for 15-25 minutes, tossing halfway. Start checking them at 15 minutes. The bake time of the sprouts will depend on the size of them and your oven. Bake until the Brussels sprouts are fork tender but not mushy. Remove from the oven and toss with the balsamic vinegar and serve immediately.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 184 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1/4 of recipe | |
| Calories | 184kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 18g | 28% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3g | 18% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Trans Fat | 0.04g | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 19mg | 6% |
| Sodium | 189mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 63mg | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.02g | 0% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 10IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 0.003mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 3mg | 0% |
| Iron | 0.2mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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