How to Make Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Apples - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to fall and winter vegetables, Brussels sprouts are a must-have for any home cook. Their slightly bitter and nutty flavor pairs perfectly with sweet and savory ingredients, making them a versatile and delicious addition to any meal. One of the best ways to prepare Brussels sprouts is by roasting them, which brings out their natural sweetness and adds a crispy texture to the outer leaves.

This recipe for Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Apples takes this classic si...

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Ingredients

  • 2 pounds Brussels sprouts, trimmed and quartered
  • 2 medium Granny Smith apples, cored and chopped
  • ⅓ cup avocado oil
  • 5 slices turkey bacon, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons maple syrup
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon sea salt
  • 1 pinch ground thyme, or to taste
  • 1 pinch dried marjoram, or to taste
  • 1 pinch crushed dried rosemary, or to taste
  • 1 pinch crushed dried lavender, or to taste
  • 1 pinch fennel seeds, or to taste
  • 1 pinch dried oregano, or to taste

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 30 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 8
  • Yield: 8 servings

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Mix Brussels sprouts, apples, oil, bacon, maple syrup, pepper, salt, thyme, marjoram, rosemary, lavender, fennel, and oregano together in a large bowl. Spread in an even layer on a baking sheet.
  • Roast in the preheated oven until Brussels sprouts are tender and bacon is crisp, 30 to 35 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    176 cal.

    • Total Fat: 11g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 5mg
    • Sodium: 154mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 19g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 10g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Vitamin C: 99mg
    • Calcium: 66mg
    • Iron: 3mg
    • Potassium: 517mg