Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon
This simple side dish combines tender, slightly caramelized Brussels sprouts with crispy, salty bacon. It's an easy and flavorful addition to almost any meal, offering a delightful balance of textures.
An original recipe by Forkin
- Total time
- 40 min
- Serves
- 4
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Per serving
- 264 kcal
Mise en place
Ingredients
- 450 gbrussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
- 115 gbacon, chopped into 1-inch pieces
- 2 tbspolive oil
- 0.5 tspsalt
- 0.25 tspblack pepper, freshly ground
Equipment
large bowl · baking sheet · oven
The method
Step by step
- 1
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
About 10 min
- 2
In a large bowl, combine the brussels sprouts, bacon, olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
About 5 min
Cook’s note: Ensure everything is well coated for even cooking and flavor.
- 3
Spread the mixture in a single layer on a large baking sheet.
About 1 min
Cook’s note: Avoid overcrowding the pan, as this can steam the vegetables instead of roasting them, preventing crispiness.
- 4
Roast for 20-25 minutes, or until the brussels sprouts are tender and slightly caramelized, and the bacon is crispy.
About 25 min
Cook’s note: Stir halfway through cooking for more even browning.
- 5
Remove from the oven and serve immediately.
Per serving
Nutrition
- Calories
- 264.4kcal
- Protein
- 14.5g
- Carbs
- 10.6g
- Fat
- 19.2g
- Fibre
- 4.4g
- Sugar
- 2.5g
Estimated from the recipe’s ingredient quantities. Values can vary with brands and substitutions.
Keep it good
Store any leftover roasted brussels sprouts with bacon in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Reheat in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 5-10 minutes, or until warmed through and crisp.