Description
Sizzling brussels sprouts with bacon and pecans bring holiday magic to your table, creating a festive side dish that balances crispy, sweet, and savory flavors. Cranberries add a perfect tangy touch, making you crave each delightful, caramelized bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 12 ounces (340 grams) Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
- 4 slices bacon, cooked and chopped
- 1 cup (100 grams) pecans, toasted
- 1/2 cup (60 grams) dried cranberries
Seasoning:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400F (200C) and line a baking sheet with foil. Arrange bacon slices and bake for 20 minutes until crisp and golden. Crumble or chop the bacon into small, crunchy bits once cooled.
- Trim and halve Brussels sprouts, then toss with olive oil and a sprinkle of salt. Arrange cut-side down on a separate baking sheet, ensuring they are not overcrowded. Roast for 20-25 minutes until edges are caramelized and dark brown.
- Simultaneously, place pecans on another baking sheet and toast at 350F (175C) for 5-7 minutes until fragrant and lightly golden. Watch carefully to prevent burning.
- Place dried cranberries in a small bowl and cover with hot water. Let them plump and soften for 10 minutes, then drain thoroughly.
- Transfer roasted Brussels sprouts to a large mixing bowl. Add crumbled bacon, toasted pecans, and drained cranberries. Drizzle with an additional tablespoon of olive oil and gently toss to combine all ingredients evenly.
- Transfer to a serving dish and present immediately while ingredients are warm and textures are crisp. This vibrant side dish offers a perfect balance of sweet, salty, and savory flavors.
Notes
- Customize bacon for dietary needs by using turkey bacon or coconut bacon for vegetarian options.
- Prevent Brussels sprouts from burning by placing them cut-side down and ensuring even spacing on the baking sheet.
- Enhance flavor depth by adding a drizzle of balsamic glaze or maple syrup for extra sweetness and caramelization.
- Boost nutritional value by including additional herbs like thyme or rosemary during roasting for aromatic complexity.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 316 kcal
- Sugar: 7 g
- Sodium: 930 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 22 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 13 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg