Roasted Brussels Sprouts Turkey Bacon (Printable)

Caramelized sprouts and crispy turkey bacon make a savory, nutritious side dish ready in 35 minutes.

# What You Need:

01 - 1 lb Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved

02 - 1 small red onion, thinly sliced (optional)

03 - 6 slices turkey bacon, chopped

04 - 2 tbsp olive oil

05 - 1/2 tsp sea salt

06 - 1/4 tsp black pepper

07 - 1/4 tsp garlic powder

08 - 1 tbsp balsamic glaze (optional)

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.

01 -

The Brussels sprouts get crispy on the outside while staying tender inside, with sweet caramelized spots that taste almost nutty.
Turkey bacon adds all the smoky richness without weighing you down, and the fat renders right into the vegetables as they roast.
Its ready in half an hour with just one pan, so cleanup is as easy as the cooking.

02 -

Dont overcrowd the pan or the sprouts will steam instead of roast, and youll miss out on those crispy edges.
Make sure the Brussels sprouts are dry before tossing them with oil, any moisture will prevent proper caramelization.
Stir halfway through roasting or the bacon on top will burn while the sprouts underneath stay pale.

03 -

Use a cast iron skillet instead of a baking sheet for even more caramelization and a beautiful presentation straight from oven to table.
Toss the sprouts with a teaspoon of maple syrup before roasting if you like a subtle sweetness that balances the smoky bacon.
Add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the seasoning for a gentle kick that wakes up the whole dish.