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Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon

Published: Nov 2, 2019 · Modified: Mar 8, 2023 by Scott · This post may contain affiliate links.

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These roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon are a delicious, easy side dish that is sure to convert any Brussels sprout hater you know.

Roasted Brussels sprouts with bacon served in a small bowl.
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  • How to pick and store Brussels sprouts
  • Step-by-Step Instructions
  • Tips for the best Brussels sprouts
  • What to serve with Brussels sprouts
  • More Thanksgiving Side Dishes
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  • More side dishes to try

When I first started hosting Thanksgiving at my house, I was looking for an easy, healthy side dish to go along with all of the heavy holiday classics. Brussels sprouts were trendy at the time, so I gave this roasted Brussels sprouts recipe a shot.

I was surprised to find they were actually pretty delicious! They have a kind of sweet, nutty flavor with tender insides and slightly crispy outsides. And the crunchy smokey bacon really goes well with them for a contrast in texture.

How to pick and store Brussels sprouts

When purchasing Brussels sprouts look for bright green leaves without black spots or damaged outer leaves. Smaller sprouts are preferred and are a little sweeter.

Try to get evenly-sized sprouts so they will all be done around the same time. Raw Brussels sprouts will keep for around 7 days in the vegetable drawer of your fridge.

Brussels sprouts shown on a baking sheets with strips of bacon prior to roasting.

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. Trim and halve the sprouts and toss with olive oil and salt and pepper.
  2. Spread them out on a sheet pan in a single layer, cut side down. Make sure to leave some room between them and not overcrowd your pan.
  3. Cut small strips of bacon, around 1 inch, sprinkle the bacon around the pan, and bake at 400°F for around 20 minutes until the sprouts are tender and well browned.

Tips for the best Brussels sprouts

  • The number one key is to bake them at a high temperature so they're soft and tender on the inside and crispy and caramelized on the outside.
  • Don't flip the sprouts during the cooking process. Laying them cut side down and letting them cook on that side allows them to retain moisture and steam on the inside, giving you tender sprouts. You'll also get the nice crunchy outer leaves on top where they were exposed to the high heat.
Close up image of the finished Brussels sprouts and crispy bacon.

What to serve with Brussels sprouts

These roasted Brussels sprouts with bacon go great with roasted meats like a standing rib roast, roasted turkey breast, or herb-crusted pork loin. So they're a perfect healthy side dish for Thanksgiving or Christmas. But they also make an easy healthy side dish for a quick weeknight meal.

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Roasted Brussels sprouts with bacon served in a small bowl.

Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon

Sweet and tender caramelized Brussels sprouts and crisp smokey bacon make a delicious easy side dish perfect for the holiday table.
Author: Scott
5 from 1 vote
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Prep Time: 10 minutes mins
Cook Time: 20 minutes mins
Total Time: 30 minutes mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 160kcal

Ingredients

  • 1½ lbs Brussels Sprouts, trimmed and halved
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 6 slices bacon, cut into 1 inch pieces
  • salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 400°F
  • Rinse and trim outer leaves from Brussels sprouts, then trim the stem and cut in half
  • Toss with olive oil and season with salt and pepper then arrange on a sheet pan in a single layer, cut side down.
  • Cut bacon into 1-inch pieces and sprinkle around the Brussels sprouts.
  • Bake for 20 minutes until Brussels sprouts are tender and browned and the bacon is crispy.

Nutrition

Calories: 160kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 10gFat: 9gFiber: 8gSugar: 9g

* All nutrition information we provide are estimates based on third party calculators. We encourage you to calculate these on your own for accurate results.

Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
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