balsamic brussels sprouts

Balsamic bacon Brussels sprouts are irresistibly crispy and flavorful! It&#x27;s the perfect side dish recipe that everyone loves.

Balsamic Bacon Brussels Sprouts

Brussels sprouts

olive oil oil

salt and pepper (to taste)

bacon

onion (diced)

balsamic vinegar

Preheat your oven to 425F/220C.

Cut the end off the Brussels sprouts, then slice them into quarters. Some leaves may come loose and that&#x27;s okay.

Add the Brussels sprouts and any loose leaves to a sheet pan. Toss with oil, salt and pepper.

Roast the Brussels sprouts for 25-30 minutes, stirring halfway through.

While the Brussels sprouts are cooking, slice the bacon into 1/2-inch thick pieces. Add the bacon to a pan on medium heat and cook until the bacon become crispy, stirring frequently. Use a slotted spoon to remove the bacon to a paper towel.

At the same time you&#x27;re cooking the bacon, add the balsamic vinegar to a small pot. Simmer this on medium heat for 10-12 minutes, or until it&#x27;s reduced by a third to a half. When it&#x27;s done, you should have about 3 tablespoons remaining in the pot. Then turn off the heat.

Drain off most of the bacon grease (you can render and save the bacon grease for future use!), but keep one tablespoon left in the pan.

Add the diced onion to the pan and cook on medium heat for 2-3 minutes, or until it becomes translucent. Add the crispy bacon back to the pan, give it a stir and turn off the heat.

When your Brussels sprouts are done, remove them from the oven. Add the onions and bacon and drizzle with the balsamic reduction. Stir everything together and serve.

Crispy roasted balsamic Brussels sprouts with feta and honey are the perfect side dish. Enjoy roasted in the oven or made in the air fryer.

Balsamic Brussels Sprouts

extra virgin olive oil

maple syrup

salt

black pepper

feta cheese Parmesan cheese (optional)

Toss

Place a rack in the center of your oven and preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. For easy clean-up, line a large, rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil. Place the Brussels sprouts in the center of the pan and top with olive oil, maple syrup, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat.

Spread

Spread into a single layer on the baking sheet. For maximum crispiness, flip the Brussels sprouts so that the cut sides are touching the baking sheet. If your baking sheet is too small to hold all of the Brussels sprouts without crowding them, spread them between two pans.

Bake

Bake for 15 minutes, then remove the pan from the oven. Drizzle the balsamic over the top. With a spatula, gently toss to coat the Brussels sprouts with the balsamic and promote even browning, then return to the oven.

Cook

Continue cooking for an additional 8 to 10 minutes or until the sprouts are crisp on the outside and tender on the inside. (If you are roasting on two sheet pans, switch the pans&#39; positions on the upper and lower racks after you add the balsamic). Don&#39;t be alarmed if the outsides of the Brussels sprouts become quite dark; this is the balsamic and maple syrup caramelizing.

Sprinkle

Remove the pan from the oven and sprinkle with cheese, either directly on the sheet pan or after transferring the Brussels sprouts to a serving plate. Serve hot.

These roasted brussels sprouts with balsamic and thyme are the perfect Thanksgiving vegetarian side dish! And they're ready in 45 minutes leaving you time to focus on the rest of the meal.

Balsamic Roasted Brussels Sprouts Recipe

Brussels sprouts,

olive oil

thyme

coarse kosher salt

pepper

¼ cup chopped toasted sliced almonds

Toss Brussels sprouts with oil, thyme salt and pepper in a large bowl. Spread out in a single layer on a large rimmed baking sheet. Roast, stirring once or twice until softened and browning in spots, 20 to 25 minutes.

Remove from the oven, transfer to a serving platter or bowl. Just before serving, sprinkle with almonds and drizzle with balsamic vinegar.

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To make this recipe, simply toss the trimmed and halved Brussels sprouts with some basic seasoning, and let the oven do the rest of the work. Then you can serve them with holiday dinners or as a delicious and healthy vegetable side dish for a weeknight meal or Sunday supper. All it takes are a few simple ingredients and a hot oven! This is a perfect recipe for beginners!

Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Balsamic and Thyme

Brussels sprouts are roasted in the oven until crunchy and crispy and then drizzled with a simple, homemade balsamic glaze. I also provide 3 easy different options to make the balsamic dressing. What you have in the end is a perfect holiday side dish that will pair beautifully with any main course.  This recipe is vegetarian and gluten-free. 

Brussels Sprouts with Balsamic Glaze

Brussels sprouts (ends trimmed, yellow leaves removed)

pine nuts (or use candied pecans

honey

Preheat oven to 400 F.  Line the baking sheet with parchment paper.

Trim ends of Brussels sprouts and remove yellow leaves.  Then, slice all Brussels sprouts in half.

In a medium bowl, combine halved Brussels sprouts, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, salt (to taste), and toss to combine.

Spread the Brussels sprouts on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet, cut side down, in a single layer, without overcrowding.

Roast in the preheated oven at 400 F for about 20-25 minutes.

During the last 5-10 minutes of roasting, turn them over for even browning, the cut sides should be nicely and partially charred but not blackened.

How to roast Brussels Sprouts

Toast the pine nuts in the preheated oven at 350 F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Lightly toast the pine nuts in the preheated oven at 350 F for only 5 minutes.

Watch the oven carefully - the nuts can burn quickly.

How to toast pine nuts

Combine the balsamic vinegar and honey (or brown sugar) in a pot and gently bring to boil.

Reduce heat to simmer and cook down the balsamic vinegar for about 10 or 15 minutes until the mixture reduces by about half.

Consistency should be thick enough to coat the back of the spoon but should not be overly thick.

How to make balsamic glaze

To a large serving bowl, add roasted Brussels sprouts.

Sprinkle with toasted nuts.

Drizzle with the balsamic glaze.

Below, under recipe notes, see 2 other simple alternatives to the balsamic glaze.

Assembly

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