Roasted Brussel sprouts with bacon and Parmesan cheese is a dish that might just change your mind about Brussels sprouts. This recipe elevates this bitter vegetable to new heights with bacon pieces and grated parmesan cheese that will make your taste buds sing!
The perfect combination of flavors and textures, resulting in a crispy and caramelized brussel sprout bacon parmesan dish that is sure to satisfy even the most finicky eaters.
So, whether you're looking for a healthy and delicious vegetable dish or a flavorful side to complement your main course, roasted Brussels sprouts with bacon and Parmesan cheese is an excellent choice.
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I've made these brussel sprouts with both bacon and prosciutto. Bacon and Prosciutto are virtually interchangeable and you'll find prosciutto more in an Italian household.
These brussel sprouts are made with less than 7 ingredients and are so easy to make that once you have made them, you'll make them over and over again.
Best part is that they can be made any time of the year because brussel sprouts are available at your local market. If you prefer a grilled brussel sprouts salad with bacon try grilling them on the barbecue. Or you can try grilled vegetables with a white balsamic vinegar dressing.
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Ingredients
It doesn't take much to make these roasted brussel sprouts with bacon and parmesan cheese. Here's what you'll need:
- Brussel Sprouts cleaned
- Olive oil
- Bacon
- Salt
- Ground Pepper
- Dried Oregano
- Parmesan cheese grated
Find quantities in the recipe card.
If brussel sprouts aren't your thing, asparagus makes a nice side dish as well. Try Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus or smashed potatoes for a nice change.
Cleaning Brussel Sprouts
Brussel sprouts might seam like they are challenging to clean, but they're not. Brussel sprouts are like little cabbages, but you don't need to break them apart to clean them. Some people do shave them to make brussel sprouts salad with bacon out of them, though. Start by soaking them in some fresh cold water.
One by one, cut off the base of the brussel sprout. Trimming the base off, might result in you loosing a couple of leaves, but that's ok. If there are any leaves that are yellow or chewed, remove them as well. You can cook them whole or you can cut them in half for quicker cooking. If you are roasting them in the oven, and they are large about the size of an egg, then cut them for quicker roasting. Otherwise, leave them whole and they will cook just fine.
Instructions for making a Roasted Brussel Sprouts, Bacon, Parmesan Dish
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Clean, wash and cut your brussel sprouts in half. If they are large (egg size) cut them in quarters.
Mix all ingredients in large bowl.
Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or aluminum foil. Spread evenly.
Roast for about 40 to 45 minutes, until bacon is crispy and sprouts are golden
HINT: Cut large brussel sprouts in half for quicker cooking.
Substitutions
Here are some great substitutions if you are looking to swap out some ingredients or fit a certain diet:
- Prosciutto or Pancetta - substitute prosciutto or pancetta for the bacon if you don't have bacon on hand.
- Nutritional Yeast - make this dish Whole30 compatible by substituting the parmesan cheese with nutritional yeast
- Shredded Cheddar - substitute the parmesan with shredded cheddar for a cheese flavor booster.
If you can think of any other way to make this dish unique, go for it!
Variations
Roasted Brussel sprouts are a unique side dish on their own. Here are some variations you might want to consider:
- Potatoes - substitute potatoes for the brussel sprouts and make bacon parmesan potato wedges
- Red Onions - a red onion to turn up the flavor and add a tangy sweetness
- Red Pepper Flakes - spice things up and add some heat making a hot and spicy brussel sprouts bacon parmesan dish
The perfect recipe isn't that far away. I'd love to know how you substituted ingredients to fit your dietary needs. Drop a comment below and let me know!
Equipment
A cutting board, a good knife set, parchment paper and a baking sheet will come in handy when making this recipe.
Storage
These brussel sprouts will store fairly well as leftovers. Store leftovers refrigerated in an airtight container for a maximum of 4 days. You can also freeze for later.
Thaw out frozen brussel sprouts in the fridge for 24 hours and then warm them up on the stovetop or in the microwave.
Top Tip
To speed up the roasting process, par boil the brussel sprouts before seasoning them. Parboiling them will yield a sprout that is tender on the inside.
FAQ
Brussel sprouts make the perfect side dish. And when prepared properly can yield a delicious side dish to any main entre. Pair Brussel sprouts with any animal or seafood protein.
Prepare Brussel sprouts by soaking in water to loosen any dirt. Cut off the base and discard any loose leaves. If brussel sprouts are large, cut in half. Par boil for quicker cooking or to prepare before grilling on the barbecue.
You can easily take the bitterness away by seasoning the brussel sprouts with a vinegar based dressing or seasoning with a condiment that is high in sodium like cheese, olives, sundried tomatoes or bacon.
Brussel sprouts have a slight bitterness to them but taste very similar to cabbage. They resemble a miniature cabbage and have the same texture. Brussel sprouts taste very similarly to cabbage too, but are slightly tougher and more dense.
Both come from pork. Prosciutto is dry cured ham that comes from the pork's hind leg. It is generally served uncooked but it is cured.
While Bacon typically comes from the pork belly. Bacon is also salt cured, but is usually served cooked. Both are very high in sodium as it is used in the curing process.
Both are good for enhancing the taste of virtually any dish. And we all know that bacon makes everything better!
Once opened, bacon needs to be consumed immediately.
Prosciutto on the other hand stores much better in the refrigerator sealed in it's deli bag for about 2 weeks. But, in my house it doesn't last that long.
Recipe Details
Roasted Brussel Sprouts Bacon and Parmesan
Ingredients
- 500 grams Brussel Sprouts cleaned
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 48 grams bacon 4 strips, chopped coarsely
- 1 tbsp salt
- ground pepper to taste
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- ½ cup parmesan cheese grated, (for Whole30, use Nutritional Yeast)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Clean, wash and cut your brussel sprouts in half. If they are large (egg size) cut them in quarters.
- Mix all ingredients in large bowl and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or aluminum foil. Spread evenly.
- Roast for about 40 to 45 minutes, until bacon is crispy and sprouts are golden.
Nutrition
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Food Safety
Note that the storage guidelines provided on this page and site are estimates from personal experiences. We are all adults and as an adult you are responsible to ensure that the food you eat is safe to eat. Since, I'm not a food safety expert, you are responsible to review your local guidelines on food storage prior to storing any food left-overs.
Remember to:
- Not use the same utensils on cooked food, that previously touched raw meat
- Wash hands after touching raw meat
- Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods
- Never leave cooking food unattended
- Use oils with high smoking point to avoid harmful compounds
- Always have good ventilation when using a gas stove
For Canadian Guidelines check Government of Canada's Food and Safety Guidelines, see more guidelines at USDA.gov.
AmyG says
This is a great recipe to try if you love bacon!