Roasted Brussels Sprouts Turkey Bacon (Printer-friendly)
Caramelized Brussels sprouts roasted with crispy turkey bacon for a savory, healthy side dish everyone loves.
# What You'll Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 1 lb Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
02 - 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
→ Meats
03 - 6 slices turkey bacon, chopped
→ Seasonings & Oils
04 - 2 tbsp olive oil
05 - 1/2 tsp sea salt
06 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
07 - 1/4 tsp garlic powder
→ Finish
08 - 1 tbsp balsamic glaze
# How to Prepare:
01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, toss the Brussels sprouts and red onion with olive oil, salt, pepper, and garlic powder until well coated.
03 - Spread the vegetables evenly on the prepared baking sheet. Scatter the chopped turkey bacon over the top.
04 - Roast for 20–25 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until the Brussels sprouts are golden and tender and the turkey bacon is crisp.
05 - Drizzle with balsamic glaze before serving, if desired.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The Brussels sprouts get sweet and golden while the turkey bacon stays crispy and salty, which is basically the perfect balance on one pan.
- It takes less than 40 minutes total and tastes like you spent way more effort than you actually did.
- Gluten-free and low-carb, so it works whether you're eating specific or just hungry for something real.
02 -
- Don't overcrowd the pan or the sprouts will steam instead of caramelize; if you're doubling the recipe, use two sheets.
- Cut your sprouts roughly the same size or the small ones will burn while the big ones are still tender.
03 -
- Cut your turkey bacon into small pieces before roasting so it gets maximally crispy instead of chewy.
- Don't skip the halfway stir—it's the difference between golden and burnt.