Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Balsamic

These Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Balsamic will turn brussels sprouts haters into brussels sprouts lovers! Why? Because roasting the brussels sprouts with Bacon, onion, and a Balsamic Glaze adds incredible flavor!

Course Sides

Cuisine American

Keyword Brussels Sprouts, Brussels Sprouts with Bacon, Roasted Brussels Sprouts, Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon, Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Balsamic

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 30

Total Time 40

Servings

Calories 174kcal

Author Michele @ Flavor Mosaic

Ingredients

Brussels Sprouts

1-1/2 pounds brussels sprouts cleaned and trimmed
2 Tablespoons olive oil
1/2 onion sliced
6 slices bacon cut into 1" pieces
Sea Salt and Freshly Cracked Pepper to Taste
1 Tablespoon taco seasoning 1/3 packet or make your own taco seasoning
2 Tablespoons Balsamic Glaze Use store-bought or See Recipe Below

Homemade Balsamic Glaze

1/3 cup Balsamic Vinegar
3 Tablespoons maple syrup or honey

Instructions

Brussels Sprouts

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Spray a sheet pan with cooking spray.
Slice the brussels sprouts in half and place in a large bowl.
Drizzle the brussels sprouts with olive oil and toss to coat.
Spread the sliced brussels sprouts out in one layer on the sheet pan.
Add the onion slices to the sheet pan.
Place the bacon pieces on top of the brussels sprouts.
Sprinkle the brussels sprouts, bacon, and onions with salt, pepper, and taco seasoning.
Bake in a preheated oven at 400 Degrees F for about 25 - 30 minutes.
Remove from oven. Drizzle with Balsamic Glaze before serving.

Balsamic Glaze

While the brussels sprouts are cooking, place a small saucepan over medium heat.
Pour in the balsamic vinegar and either honey or maple syrup. Bring the mixture to a boil.
Then reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for about 10 minutes until the mixture is reduced by half.
Remove from heat. Let cool before serving.

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