Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Chestnuts

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Popular
Health score
13%
Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Chestnuts
30 min.
6
204kcal

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Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Chestnuts is a delectable side dish that perfectly balances the earthy flavors of Brussels sprouts with the rich, smoky goodness of bacon, complemented by the sweetness of roasted chestnuts. This gluten-free and dairy-free recipe is not only a crowd-pleaser but also a beautiful addition to any meal, making it a popular choice for family dinners and holiday gatherings alike.

In just 30 minutes, you can whip up this delightful dish that serves six, ensuring that all your guests leave with smiles on their faces. The dish is crafted with fresh, vibrant ingredients, featuring crispy bacon and tender Brussels sprouts sautéed to perfection. Adding canned roasted chestnuts lends a unique texture and subtle sweetness that elevates the dish to gourmet levels, making it stand out on the table.

This recipe is not only delicious but also offers a nutritious profile, packing each serving with nourishing elements. With a caloric breakdown that highlights the protein, healthy fats from bacon, and the natural carbohydrates from vegetables, you can indulge guilt-free.

As you prepare this dish, the aromas of sizzling bacon and caramelized onions will fill your kitchen, creating an inviting atmosphere that beckons everyone to gather around the dining table. Don’t forget to serve it with fresh lemon wedges; a squeeze of citrus over the sprouts brightens the flavors and rounds out the experience beautifully. Enjoy this flavorful side that’s bound to become a favorite!

Ingredients

  • pound brussels sprouts 
  • 0.3 pound slab bacon cut into 1/4-inch pieces or batons
  •  onion red chopped
  • 20  roasted chestnuts canned roughly chopped quartered
  • 0.3 cup chicken stock see 
  • servings salt and pepper to taste
  • servings lemon wedges to serve 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • slotted spoon

Directions

  1. Cut the Brussels sprouts in half and slice thinly, starting at the top of the sprout and working back toward the stem. Discard the hard tip of the stem side.
  2. Cook the bacon:
  3. Cut the bacon into pieces about 1/4 inch wide and put them in a large sauté pan over medium heat.
  4. When the bacon is browned, remove with a slotted spoon and set aside.
  5. Cook the onions in bacon fat, add back the bacon:
  6. Remove all but 1 tablespoon of the bacon fat (do not put down the drain, see how to render bacon fat). Turn up the heat to high, add the red onions. Cook until the onions begin to brown, add back the bacon.
  7. Add the chestnuts and Brussels sprouts to the sauté pan with the bacon and onions.
  8. Add the chicken stock and toss to combine. Stir in about 1 teaspoon of salt, more or less to taste. Cook over high heat for 3-4 minutes.
  9. Add pepper to taste.
  10. Serve hot with lemon wedges. Squeeze a little lemon juice over the sprouts right before you eat them.

Nutrition Facts

Calories204kcal
Protein12.71%
Fat46.04%
Carbs41.25%

Properties

Glycemic Index
23.08
Glycemic Load
8.32
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
16.836521602195%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.21mg
Hesperetin
0.28mg
Naringenin
2.49mg
Luteolin
0.27mg
Isorhamnetin
0.92mg
Kaempferol
0.77mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
5.18mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:203.69kcal
10.18%
Fat:10.72g
16.49%
Saturated Fat:3.5g
21.9%
Carbohydrates:21.61g
7.2%
Net Carbohydrates:18.4g
6.69%
Sugar:2.62g
2.92%
Cholesterol:16.93mg
5.64%
Sodium:395.12mg
17.18%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:6.66g
13.31%
Vitamin K:133.9µg
127.53%
Vitamin C:77.42mg
93.84%
Manganese:0.38mg
18.8%
Vitamin B6:0.36mg
18%
Folate:66.45µg
16.61%
Vitamin B1:0.23mg
15.15%
Potassium:518.18mg
14.81%
Fiber:3.21g
12.85%
Vitamin A:587.5IU
11.75%
Phosphorus:107.27mg
10.73%
Vitamin B3:2.07mg
10.33%
Copper:0.19mg
9.68%
Selenium:6.59µg
9.42%
Iron:1.49mg
8.29%
Magnesium:31.13mg
7.78%
Vitamin B2:0.11mg
6.27%
Zinc:0.8mg
5.32%
Vitamin B5:0.53mg
5.31%
Vitamin E:0.78mg
5.21%
Calcium:43.23mg
4.32%
Vitamin B12:0.13µg
2.1%