These keto bacon balsamic Brussels sprouts are simply awesome! This is my all-time favorite way to make Brussels sprouts!
For a long time, I thought I didn’t like Brussels sprouts. I think I had childhood memories of overcooked mushy sprouts. Our family has a Thanksgiving tradition. Every year, we try one or two new foods. Quite a few years back, we decided to give Brussels sprouts a try. I didn’t overcook them😊and I loved them! Brussels sprouts became a side dish I wanted every Thanksgiving. I played around with techniques and ingredients and eventually came up with this simple but delicious recipe. For Thanksgiving, I cook the sprouts and fry up the bacon the day before, then store them both in the refrigerator. Then on the big day, they can simply be finished off in the oven for 15 minutes and they’re done! The first year I made this recipe, I had made turkey and all the fixings for a traditional Thanksgiving, plus a few nontraditional dishes. At the end of the day, I asked grandpa (my husband’s dad) what his favorite dish was. He didn’t have to think long. His favorite was this recipe for bacon balsamic Brussels sprouts!
Are Brussels sprouts a healthy keto food choice?
Brussels sprouts are an excellent healthy choice when following a low carb keto plan. They are a low-calorie low-fat food. They contain vitamin A, C, and K. Brussels sprouts also contain calcium, folate, and fiber. They are also a low carb vegetable choice. This keto bacon balsamic Brussels sprouts recipe contains only 3.7 net grams of carbs per serving!
Are there any tips to making this keto bacon balsamic Brussels sprouts recipe?
I do have a few helpful tips for making this recipe. Cut your sprouts as needed to make sure they’re all about the same size. This will ensure they roast evenly, and all come out cooked about the same. When you steam your Brussels sprouts and fry your bacon, don’t cook them all the way since they’ll finish cooking in the oven. Lastly, carefully read the nutritional labels when choosing a balsamic vinegar as the carb count varies depending on brands. I use Napa Valley Naturals oak wood aged organic balsamic vinegar. It contains only 2 grams of carbs per tablespoon and is rich and deep in flavor.
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Helpful Hints:
*If necessary, cut your Brussels sprouts so they’re uniform in size.
*Read nutrition labels when selecting your balsamic vinegar to ensure you get a low carb vinegar.
Main Kitchen Equipment and Utensils:
Splash of Encouragement:
***Try new foods and you may discover some new favorites***
Keto Bacon Balsamic Brussels Sprouts
These keto bacon balsamic Brussels sprouts are simply awesome! This is my all-time favorite way to make Brussels sprouts!
Ingredients
- 16 ounces Brussels sprouts
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- ⅓ cup fried and crumbled bacon
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
Instructions
1. Pre-heat oven to 425 degrees.
2. Trim Brussels sprouts and remove tough outer leaves if necessary. Cut larger ones in half or thirds so all pieces are close to the same size. Steam or cook Brussels sprouts until they are almost fork tender.
3. Cut bacon into bite size pieces. Fry bacon until it is almost done. Drain grease.
3. In a large baking pan, place Brussels sprouts and bacon. Drizzle olive oil over Brussels and bacon. Toss gently to combine. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Drizzle with balsamic vinegar.
4. Roast for 15 minutes or until Brussels sprouts are fork tender and bacon is cooked through. Stir at the halfway point.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 6 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 90Total Fat: 6.5gSaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 5.5gCholesterol: 4mgSodium: 179mgCarbohydrates: 5.7gNet Carbohydrates: 3.7gFiber: 2gSugar: 2gProtein: 3.5g
Thanks for stopping by! Nutritional information is provided as a courtesy and is calculated with the assistance of a third party service. Values are approximate, can’t be guaranteed, and should be considered as estimates only. Values differ according to types and brands of foods used. When used in a recipe, erythritol has been removed from the carb count as it is a sugar alcohol. Please note net carbs are total carbs minus fiber.
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