Southern Brussels Sprouts with Bacon Lardons
Southern Brussels Sprouts with Bacon Lardons pairs charred, tender sprouts with smoky bacon, sweet caramelized onions, and creamy corn for a rich, balanced bite. Fresh thyme brightens the dish, while the broiled edges add a pleasant crunch. It’s a comforting side for holiday spreads or a hearty addition to any weeknight dinner.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook35 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyMedium
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Southern Brussels Sprouts with Bacon Lardons, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 49 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 14 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityFair
- 58 / 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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- 21
- Heart Health
- 81
- Metabolic
- 42
- Digestive
- 23
- Inflammatory
- 51
- Performance
- 38
- General Wellness
- 1
Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Slice the bacon into 1/4-inch-thick strips (lardons).
- 2
Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the bacon lardons and cook until crispy, 5 to 7 minutes. Take the skillet off the heat and transfer the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate. Keep the bacon drippings in the skillet.
- 3
Put the Brussels sprouts on a sheet pan and season with salt and pepper. Drizzle with some of the bacon drippings and toss to coat.
- 4
Roast in the preheated oven for 15 minutes. Turn on the broiler and broil until the Brussels sprouts are slightly charred, 5 to 6 minutes.
- 5
While the Brussels sprouts cook, heat the skillet with the remaining bacon drippings over medium heat. Add the onions and sauté slowly until caramelized, 15 to 20 minutes.
- 6
Remove the Brussels sprouts from the oven and add them to the skillet with the corn and thyme. Stir to combine and cook until heated through, about 5 minutes.
- Calories 491.46 kcal High 25%
- Protein 36.01 g Good Source 72%
- Carbohydrate 25.25 g 9%
- Total Fat 28.37 g High 36%
- Saturated Fat 10.49 g High 52%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 50.64 mg Moderate 17%
- Sodium 1525.32 mg High 66%
- Dietary Fiber 5.86 g Good Source 21%
- Total Sugars 9.65 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 46.16 mg Low Source 4%
- Iron 1.62 mg Low Source 9%
- Potassium 479.32 mg Moderate 10%
- Vitamin A 39.13 mcg Low Source 4%
- Vitamin C 100.41 mg Good Source 112%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Corn 🌽
- Onions 🧅
About This Recipe
Southern Brussels Sprouts with Bacon Lardons is a Soul Food side dish recipe made with 7 ingredients. It takes about 50 mins, serves 6, and is rated medium. Key ingredients include Brussels Sprout, Cream Style Corn, Fresh Thyme, and Olive Oil. Each serving provides about 491.46 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Southern Brussels Sprouts with Bacon Lardons?
- It is a Soul Food recipe made with 7 ingredients, usually served for side dish.
- What is Southern Brussels Sprouts with Bacon Lardons made of?
- The main ingredients are Brussels Sprout, Cream-Style Corn, Fresh Thyme, Olive Oil, Salt & Pepper. The full list of 7 is above.
- How long does it take to make Southern Brussels Sprouts with Bacon Lardons?
- About 50 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 35 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 491.46 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Southern Brussels Sprouts with Bacon Lardons easy to make?
- This recipe is rated medium, with 7 ingredients and 6 steps.
- Is Southern Brussels Sprouts with Bacon Lardons healthy?
- Southern Brussels Sprouts with Bacon Lardons has an easyChef Pro health score of 40/100. Per serving, it provides 491.46 calories and 36.01 g of protein, or 72% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber and vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 1525.32 mg (66% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 10.49 g (52% of the Daily Value). It contains Corn and Onions, 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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