Honey-Glazed Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Turkey Bacon
A deliciously sweet and savory side dish featuring caramelized Brussels sprouts and crispy turkey bacon tossed in a maple-Dijon glaze. Perfect for holidays or weeknight dinners.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Brussels Sprouts:
- 1 pound Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- For the Turkey Bacon:
- 6 slices thick-cut turkey bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces
- For the Glaze:
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Set oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Prepare Brussels Sprouts: Toss halved Brussels sprouts with olive oil, honey, salt, and black pepper. Spread evenly on a baking sheet.
- Cook Turkey Bacon: Arrange turkey bacon pieces on a separate baking sheet.
- Roast: Roast both sheets in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes, flipping once halfway, until the Brussels sprouts are tender and the turkey bacon is crispy.
- Make the Glaze: In a bowl, whisk together maple syrup, Dijon mustard, balsamic vinegar, and optional red pepper flakes.
- Combine: Toss the roasted Brussels sprouts and turkey bacon with the glaze. Serve immediately.
Notes
- For extra spice, increase red pepper flakes.
- Substitute turkey bacon with chicken ham or plant-based bacon for dietary preferences.
- Ensure the sprouts are dry before roasting to prevent steaming.
Nutrition
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 8g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g