Description
Honey-Glazed Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon is a delicious side dish that combines the earthy flavor of Brussels sprouts with the savory crunch of bacon, all drizzled with a sweet honey glaze.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved 🌱
- 4 slices of bacon, chopped 🥓
- 2 tbsp olive oil 🫒
- 1/4 cup honey 🍯
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar 🍇
- Salt and pepper to taste 🧂
- Optional: 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes for heat 🌶️
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Trim the ends of the Brussels sprouts and cut them in half. In a large mixing bowl, combine the halved Brussels sprouts with the chopped bacon and olive oil, tossing to coat.
- Spread the mixture evenly on a baking sheet in a single layer and roast for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through.
- While roasting, whisk together honey, balsamic vinegar, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes in a small bowl to make the honey glaze.
- After roasting, drizzle the honey mixture over the Brussels sprouts and bacon, toss gently, and return to the oven for an additional 5 minutes.
Notes
- Choose fresh Brussels sprouts for the best flavor.
- Cut Brussels sprouts evenly for uniform cooking.
- Use good quality, thick-cut bacon for better texture.
- Monitor the roasting process to avoid burning.
- Let the dish rest for a few minutes after cooking to meld flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Brussels sprouts, honey glaze, bacon, side dish, roasted vegetables