Crispy Brussels Sprouts with Bacon & Lemon

Crispy Brussels Sprouts with Bacon & Lemon

45 mins
easy
4 servings

A flavorful and satisfying sheet pan meal featuring crispy Brussels sprouts and smoky bacon, finished with a bright lemon-garlic zest.

BaconBrussels SproutsEasySheet Pan

Equipment Needed

  • Large Baking Sheet
  • Mixing Bowls

Ingredients

  • 1.50 poundsBrussels Sprouts(Trimmed and halved/quartered)
  • 2.00 mediumShallots(Peeled and sliced)
  • 1.00 pinchSalt(To taste)
  • 1.00 pinchBlack Pepper(To taste)
  • 0.50 poundsBacon(Cut into 1-inch pieces)
  • 1.00 mediumLemon(Halved)
  • 3.00 clovesGarlic(Minced)
  • 0.50 teaspoonCrushed Red Pepper(To taste)
  • 2.00 tablespoonsFresh Parsley(Chopped (optional))

Instructions

1

Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).

Estimated time: 5 minutes

2

Prepare Brussels sprouts and shallots: Halve or quarter large Brussels sprouts and slice shallots. Toss with salt and pepper.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

3

Add bacon to the sheet pan and toss with sprouts and shallots. Arrange in a single layer.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

4

Roast for 25-30 minutes, tossing halfway through, until sprouts are tender and bacon is crispy.

Estimated time: 25 minutes

5

While sprouts roast, halve lemon and mince garlic.

Estimated time: 3 minutes

6

Once sprouts are out of the oven, add minced garlic, lemon juice, and crushed red pepper to the pan.

Estimated time: 2 minutes

7

Toss everything together and sprinkle with fresh parsley (if using).

Estimated time: 2 minutes

8

Serve immediately.

Estimated time: 1 minutes

9

Enjoy!

Estimated time: 1 minutes

10

Optional: Serve with a side of quinoa or couscous for a complete meal.

Estimated time: 1 minutes