How to Make Sautéed Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Onions - A Step-by-Step Guide

Brussels sprouts often get a bad rap as a vegetable that people love to hate, but this recipe for Sautéed Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Onions is sure to change their minds. The combination of crispy bacon and caramelized onions with tender, slightly charred Brussels sprouts creates a dish that is not only delicious, but also packed with flavor and nutrients.

Brussels sprouts are a member of the cruciferous vegetable family, which has been shown to have numerous health benefits, inc...

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Ingredients

  • 6 slices lower-sodium bacon
  • ½ large white onion, diced
  • 30 Brussels sprouts, halved lengthwise
  • 2 cloves garlic, chopped
  • salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese, or to taste (Optional)

Information

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 6

  • Place bacon in a large skillet and cook over medium-high heat, turning occasionally, until evenly browned, about 10 minutes. Drain the bacon slices on paper towels, retaining grease in the skillet. Crumble bacon.
  • Cook and stir onion in bacon grease over medium heat until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add Brussels sprouts; cook and stir until Brussels sprouts are lightly browned, about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Sprinkle bacon over Brussels sprouts mixture and stir. Remove skillet from heat, transfer Brussels sprouts mixture to a serving bowl, and sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.
  • Nutrition

    136 cal.

    • Total Fat: 8g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 14mg
    • Sodium: 196mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 10g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 8g
    • Vitamin C: 82mg
    • Calcium: 65mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 463mg