Christmas Balsamic Bacon Brussels Sprouts
A festive and flavorful side dish, these Brussels sprouts are roasted to perfection with crispy bacon and a sweet balsamic glaze, perfect for your holiday meal!
Equipment
- Baking Sheet
- Parchment Paper
- Large Bowl
- Skillet
- Paper towel
Ingredients
- 1 pound fresh Brussels sprouts trimmed and halved
- 4 slices lean bacon chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/4 cup store-bought balsamic glaze
Instructions
- Get Ready to Roast! Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and grab a baking sheet, lining it with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
- Season Your Sprouts: In a big bowl, gently toss your trimmed and halved Brussels sprouts with the olive oil, sea salt, and black pepper until they're all nicely coated. Spread them out in a single layer on your prepared baking sheet – no overcrowding, please, for maximum crispiness!
- Roast to Perfection: Slide the sprouts into the hot oven and roast for about 35-40 minutes. Remember to give them a good stir halfway through so they brown evenly and get beautifully crispy.
- Crisp Up the Bacon: While your sprouts are roasting, cook the chopped bacon in a skillet over medium heat until it's perfectly crispy. Once done, scoop it out and let it drain on a paper towel to remove any excess grease, keeping it light.
- Combine and Glaze: Once the Brussels sprouts are golden and tender-crisp from the oven, add the crispy bacon to the baking sheet. Drizzle generously with that wonderful balsamic glaze.
- Toss and Serve: Give everything a gentle toss to make sure all those flavors are beautifully combined. Serve your delightful Christmas Balsamic Bacon Brussels Sprouts warm and enjoy!
Notes
Nutrition Information (per serving): Calories: 228 kcal, Total Carbs: 18g, Net Carbs: 14g, Fats: 16g, Protein: 7g.
