Description
Learn how to make delicious Maple Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon. This recipe combines the sweetness of maple syrup with the savory crunch of bacon for a perfect side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
- 4 slices bacon, chopped
- 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the Brussels sprouts and chopped bacon.
- Drizzle with olive oil, maple syrup, and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and red pepper flakes.
- Toss to coat the Brussels sprouts evenly.
- Spread the mixture in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Roast for 20-25 minutes, stirring halfway through, until tender and caramelized.
- Serve warm.
Notes
- For a vegetarian option, use smoked paprika or tempeh instead of bacon.
- Agave nectar or honey can be used as a substitute for maple syrup.
- Cauliflower can be substituted for Brussels sprouts.
- Use turkey bacon for a leaner choice.
- Consider sugar-free syrup to reduce sugar.
- Add carrots or sweet potatoes for more nutrients.
- Garnish with chopped pecans or cranberries.
- Avoid overcrowding the baking sheet for better roasting.
- Ensure the oven is preheated properly.
- Use pure maple syrup for the best flavor.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 10 minutes to maintain crispiness.
- You can prepare the mixture ahead of time and roast before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: N/A
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: N/A
- Unsaturated Fat: N/A
- Trans Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: N/A
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