Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Balsamic
Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Balsamic brings together caramelized edges, smoky bites of bacon, and a gentle tang from balsamic vinegar. A hint of lemon zest brightens the flavors, making this side dish both rich and lively. It’s perfect for weeknight dinners or as a festive addition to holiday spreads.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook15 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Balsamic, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 58 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 25 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 94 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 68
- Heart Health
- 81
- Metabolic
- 37
- Digestive
- 32
- Inflammatory
- 48
- Performance
- 55
- General Wellness
- 1
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a 15x10-inch baking pan with foil.
- 2
Add Brussels sprouts to the prepared pan. Drizzle 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar and olive oil over them. Season with salt and pepper, then toss to coat.
- 3
Roast in the preheated oven, stirring every 5 minutes, until the Brussels sprouts are crisp-tender and browned, 15 to 20 minutes.
- 4
While the Brussels sprouts roast, place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned and crisp, 10 to 12 minutes. Drain the bacon on paper towels. Crumble once cool enough to handle.
- 5
Drizzle the roasted Brussels sprouts with the remaining 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar and sprinkle with the crumbled bacon and lemon zest.
- Calories 82.72 kcal Low Source 4%
- Protein 4.32 g Low Source 9%
- Carbohydrate 10.82 g 4%
- Total Fat 3.64 g Low Source 5%
- Saturated Fat 0.55 g Low Source 3%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 0.0 mg Low Source 0%
- Sodium 18.7 mg Low Source 1%
- Dietary Fiber 4.46 g Moderate 16%
- Total Sugars 3.95 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 31.54 mg Low Source 2%
- Iron 1.07 mg Low Source 6%
- Potassium 426.69 mg Low Source 9%
- Vitamin A 35.53 mcg Low Source 4%
- Vitamin C 97.63 mg Good Source 108%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Citrus 🍊
- Alcohol 🚫🍷
About This Recipe
Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Balsamic is made with 7 ingredients and serves 4. It takes about 30 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Bacon, Balsamic Vinegar, Black Pepper, and Brussels Sprout. Each serving provides about 82.72 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Balsamic made of?
- The main ingredients are Bacon, Balsamic Vinegar, Black Pepper, Brussels Sprout, Lemon. The full list of 7 is above.
- How long does it take to make Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Balsamic?
- About 30 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 15 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 82.72 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Balsamic easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 7 ingredients and 5 steps.
- Is Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Balsamic healthy?
- Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Balsamic has an easyChef Pro health score of 56/100. Per serving, it provides 82.72 calories and 4.32 g of protein, or 9% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of vitamin C. It contains Citrus and Alcohol, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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