5 from 12 votes
Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon
Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon combines crispy, caramelized Brussels sprouts with the smoky richness of bacon, accented by sweet maple syrup and bright pomegranate arils. Roasting the sprouts at a high temperature brings out a tender interior and crisp, flavorful edges. The optional addition of hazelnuts adds a subtle crunch to balance the textures.
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
25 mins
Servings:
8
Calories:
176 kcal
Course:
Side Dish
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 lbs Brussels sprouts rinsed
- 3 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 6 lices Bacon high quality center cut
- 2 Tablespoons maple syrup real
- 1 pomegranate or pomegranate arils (3/4 cup
- 1/4 cup hazelnuts peeled and sliced in half, optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
- Cut off the brown ends of the Brussels sprouts and pull off any yellow outer leaves. I usually slice some in half and keep others whole.
- Mix them in a bowl with the olive oil, salt and pepper. Pour them on a sheet pan and roast for 25-32 minutes, until crisp on the outside and tender on the inside. Shake the pan from time to time to cook them evenly.
- While roasting, cook bacon until nice and crispy and cut into pieces.
- Toss brussels sprouts with maple syrup. Sprinkle brussels sprouts with bacon, pomegranate arils, and hazelnuts. Sprinkle with extra salt, as needed. Serve immediately.
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Notes
- Use 100% real maple syrup to enhance the dish's sweetness and flavor complexity.
- Shake the roasting pan occasionally to ensure even cooking and browning of Brussels sprouts.
- Serve immediately after adding bacon and toppings to maintain the textures and freshness.
Nutrition Information
Calories
176kcal
(9%)
Carbohydrates
9g
(3%)
Protein
6g
(12%)
Fat
14g
(22%)
Saturated Fat
3g
(15%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
2g
(12%)
Monounsaturated Fat
8g
(40%)
Trans Fat
1g
(50%)
Cholesterol
11mg
(4%)
Sodium
421mg
(18%)
Potassium
391mg
(8%)
Fiber
4g
(16%)
Sugar
2g
(4%)
Vitamin A
649IU
(13%)
Vitamin C
73mg
(81%)
Calcium
42mg
(4%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8 Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 176
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 176kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 9g | 3% |
| Protein | 6g | 12% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 11mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 421mg | 18% |
| Potassium | 391mg | 8% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 649IU | 13% |
| Vitamin C | 73mg | 81% |
| Calcium | 42mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.