Description
Balsamic Maple Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon are a delicious twist on a classic side dish. The crispy bacon combined with sweet maple syrup and tangy balsamic vinegar creates a flavor explosion that will have everyone craving more. Perfect for holiday dinners or casual gatherings, this dish transforms ordinary Brussels sprouts into an irresistible treat that even vegetable skeptics will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
- 6 oz thick-cut bacon, chopped
- 3 tbsp pure maple syrup
- 3 tbsp aged balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Spread the chopped bacon evenly on the baking sheet and roast for 10-12 minutes until crispy.
- While the bacon cooks, wash and trim the Brussels sprouts, cutting larger ones in half.
- Add the Brussels sprouts to the baking sheet with the crispy bacon, drizzle with olive oil, maple syrup, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper; toss to coat.
- Roast everything for an additional 20-25 minutes until golden brown, stirring halfway through.
- Serve warm, garnished with extra bacon if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 490mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 24mg