Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon & Onions for Two

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Hearty Brussels sprouts pair nicely with salty bacon and onions in this quick Thanksgiving side dish for two. A sweet balsamic glaze makes a nice complement drizzled over the top, but it's not necessary to enjoy this classic combo. For a twist on this recipe, try swapping pancetta for the bacon. If you want to have leftovers, this recipe is easily doubled.

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Hilary Meyer
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Hilary Meyer
Hilary Meyer is a freelance recipe developer, tester and content creator. After graduating from culinary school, she started working as a freelancer in the EatingWell Test Kitchen in 2006, developing and testing recipes.
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Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon & Onions for Two
Active Time:
30 mins
Total Time:
45 mins
Servings:
2
Nutrition Profile:
Low-Carb Nut-Free Dairy-Free Soy-Free Egg-Free Gluten-Free
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Ingredients

  • 8 ounces Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved (about 2 cups)

  • 4 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided

  • ⅛ teaspoon salt

  • 2 slices bacon or 2 ounces pancetta, chopped

  • ½ cup chopped onion

  • 1 teaspoon chopped fresh sage

  • 1 teaspoon balsamic glaze (Optional)

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F.

  2. Toss Brussels sprouts with 2 teaspoons oil and salt. Spread on a small baking sheet or roasting pan. Roast, stirring once, until browned and tender, about 12 minutes. Transfer to a medium bowl.

  3. Meanwhile, heat the remaining 2 teaspoons oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Add bacon (or pancetta); cook, stirring, until crispy, about 5 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon to a plate. Add onion; cook, stirring, until golden, 6 to 8 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer to the bowl with the Brussels sprouts. Add sage and the bacon (or pancetta) and toss to combine. Drizzle with balsamic glaze, if desired.

Originally appeared: EatingWell.com, October 2020

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

178 Calories
13g Fat
12g Carbs
6g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 2
Serving Size about 1 cup
Calories 178
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 12g 4%
Dietary Fiber 4g 14%
Total Sugars 4g
Protein 6g 12%
Total Fat 13g 17%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Cholesterol 9mg 3%
Vitamin A 688IU 14%
Sodium 307mg 13%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.

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