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    Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Balsamic Vinegar and Bacon

    Published: Jun 5, 2016 · Modified: May 18, 2020 This post may contain affiliate links · This blog generates income via ads · 45 Comments

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    Looking for a fried Brussels sprouts recipe?  Try this Roasted Brussels Sprouts recipe, cooking Brussels sprouts in the oven as an alternative.  With just a few pinches of other ingredients here and there they taste outstanding and are extremely healthy.

    If I’m craving some meat I sometimes like to try my Brussels Sprouts with bacon, a combination that didn’t make much sense to me until I tasted the two together: amazing!!  I’ve never looked back.

    You can try pancetta with Brussels sprouts as another option, it gives a slightly different taste than some may prefer.

    Oven Bacon Brussels Sprouts with Balsamic Vinegar

    Eating Brussels Sprouts with balsamic Vinegar is something I really recommend.  The color comes out to be a beautiful, darker brown and more importantly they taste even better.  The sweetness of the balsamic vinegar taste compliments the Brussels sprout's strong taste.

    If a family member says they don’t like this veggie, try adding balsamic vinegar next time and see what they say.  It also makes them a little bit softer which many people prefer.

    baked-brussel-sprouts-bacon

    Brussels Sprouts Health Benefits

    Before getting into the recipe I’d like to take a quick moment to go over some of the health benefits of Brussels sprouts.  They are in the cruciferous vegetable family but don’t get nearly the amount of press as kale.  It’s too bad, as Brussels sprouts help lower the risk of cancer in a big way.

    From managing diabetes to stronger bones Brussels sprouts help in many different areas of health, with hefty amounts of vitamin K, vitamin C, and 10% or more of vitamin A, vitamin B-6.

    Oven Bacon Brussels Sprouts with Balsamic Vinegar recipe

    Check out more Brussel Sprouts recipes:

    • CRISPY BRUSSELS SPROUTS WITH BACON AND GARLIC AIOLI

    • BRUSSELS SPROUTS SALAD WITH BACON, APPLE, WALNUT AND PECORINO ROMANO CHEESE

    • HEALTHY BRUSSEL SPROUTS SALAD WITH SHALLOT VINAIGRETTE DRESSING RECIPE

    • ZUCCHINI PASTA WITH BRUSSEL SPROUT, PINE NUTS AND BREAD CRUMBS

    Eating cruciferous vegetables could add years to your life, but we aren’t always in the mood for a leafy vegetable salad.  Brussels sprout's shape, texture, and taste are so different, it really mixes things up.  The best way to keep up your vegetable intake is to make your taste buds satisfied by eating a nice variety of veggies with new, tasty ways to prepare them.

    Roasted Brussels Sprouts versus Pan Fried Brussels Sprouts

    Whether to use the oven to cook Brussels sprouts or pan-frying Brussels sprouts is a question that has come up a few times, and like many other vegetables, I like to prepare them both ways.

    Brussels sprouts are thicker than many other vegetables so similar to carrots I prefer to put them in the oven with nice seasoning so they can roast and pick up the accompanying flavors and juices.

    baked Brussels Sprouts

    Roasting vegetables in the oven is a healthy way to go, so if you enjoy the taste of oven-roasted Brussels sprouts I’d recommend continuing doing that.  Most important is that you continue to eat as many vegetables as you can, so frying veggies, baking veggies or steamed veggies are all great choices in my book!

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    Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Balsamic Vinegar and Bacon

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    Roasted brussels sprouts, the best way to cook brussels sprouts. It's so easy to prepare and delicious.
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 20 mins
    Total Time 30 mins
    Course Appetizer, Side Dish
    Cuisine American
    Servings 3
    Calories 127 kcal

    Ingredients
     

    • 1 pound brussels sprouts, (trimmed and halved)
    • 1 - 2 slices of bacon, (chopped)
    • 1 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil
    • 2 cloves of garlic, (peeled and minced)
    • 2 teaspoon onion powder
    • a pinch of red pepper flakes
    • 1 tablespoon of balsamic vinegar
    • salt/pepper to taste

    Instructions
     

    • Heat oven to 400 degrees. Coat the bottom of pan with olive oil, then put sprouts cut side down in a single layer on the pan.
    • Add chopped bacon, garlic, sprinkle with salt/pepper, red pepper flakes, and onion powder.
    • Roast until sprouts are tender for about 20-30 minutes, shaking the pan halfway through.
    • Taste the sprouts and add salt/pepper if necessary. Place sprouts in a bowl, add balsamic vinegar and stir. Serve and enjoy!

    Nutrition

    Calories: 127kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 5gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 1mgSodium: 42mgPotassium: 615mgFiber: 6gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1140IUVitamin C: 129mgCalcium: 74mgIron: 2mg
    Keyword how to cook roast brussels sprouts, maple-roasted brussels sprouts
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    Oven Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Balsamic Vinegar and Bacon

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    1. Renee

      January 25, 2016 at 4:51 am

      I think this is the one way I'd want to eat brussel sprouts, it has bacon which is delicious. And balsamic is even more delicious.

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    2. Peachy @ The Peach Kitchen

      February 05, 2016 at 3:32 am

      These looks delicious! can you believe I haven't tried Brussel Sprouts yet?? There are only frozen ones here.

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    3. Michelle

      May 23, 2018 at 5:28 am

      5 stars
      These were delicious. I loved them! Instead of using the olive oil i gave them a quick spray with olive oil mist...saved on some calories and I coated the pan with olive oil cooking spray!
      I've never made these before and next time I would peel off the outer layer or 2 bc they were too firm

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      • rika agustini

        May 24, 2018 at 6:16 pm

        5 stars
        Hi Michelle, I am so glad that you loved the recipe. I love the idea of using cooking spray instead of oil to save on calories. I'll definitely give it a try.

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