Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Balsamic Glaze

A classic side dish of roasted Brussels sprouts elevated with crispy bacon and a tangy-sweet balsamic glaze. Perfect alongside a roast dinner.

Prep Time

15 minutes

Total Time

45 minutes

Calories

365 kcal

Difficulty

Easy

Equipment

4 items

Cost

£1.00/serving

Season:

☀️ Summer•❄️ Winter

Meal Type:

Dinner•Snack•Side Dish

Cuisine:

British

Main Ingredient:

Pork

Cooking Style:

Roasting

Ingredients

Servings

500gBrussels Sprouts(Trimmed and halved)

£1.30

150gBacon(Streaky bacon, roughly chopped)

£2.25

2tablespoonsOlive Oil

£0.15

2tablespoonsBalsamic Glaze(Store-bought or homemade (see tips))

£0.20

to tasteSalt

to tasteBlack Pepper(Freshly ground)

2clovesGarlic(Minced (optional))

£0.10

Total Cost

£4.00

£1.00 per serving

Instructions

1.
Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2.
In a large bowl, toss the halved Brussels sprouts with olive oil, salt, pepper, and minced garlic (if using).
3.
Spread the Brussels sprouts in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Scatter the chopped bacon evenly over the sprouts.
4.
Roast for 25-30 minutes, or until the Brussels sprouts are tender and slightly caramelized, and the bacon is crispy. Toss halfway through to ensure even cooking.
5.
Remove from oven and drizzle generously with balsamic glaze.
6.
Serve immediately.

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My Notes

Nutrition Information

Nutrition per serving (169g)

365 kcal / 1527 kJ

Carbs

21g

8% of RDA

Fat

25g

36% of RDA

Protein

17g

34% of RDA

Detailed Breakdown

Fibre

7 g

23% of RDA

Sugar

10 g

11% of RDA

Sodium

450 mg

20% of RDA

Saturated Fat

8 g

40% of RDA

Chef's Tips

For homemade balsamic glaze: Simmer 1/2 cup of balsamic vinegar in a small saucepan over medium-low heat until it reduces by half and thickens to a syrupy consistency. This usually takes about 10-15 minutes. Watch carefully as it can burn easily.

If you prefer softer Brussels sprouts, you can steam them for a few minutes before roasting.

Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for a touch of heat.

For a vegetarian option, omit the bacon and substitute with toasted walnuts or pecans for added texture and flavor.