Roasted Brussels sprouts with bacon & chestnuts

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
26%
Roasted Brussels sprouts with bacon & chestnuts
45 min.
8
239kcal

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If you're looking for a delicious and healthy side dish to complement your next meal, look no further than these roasted Brussels sprouts with bacon and chestnuts. This recipe is not only gluten-free and dairy-free but also packed with flavor. The earthy taste of Brussels sprouts pairs perfectly with the rich, smoky bacon, while the chestnuts add a subtle sweetness and texture that elevates this dish to something truly special.

Whether you're hosting a dinner party or preparing a simple weeknight meal, this dish is sure to impress. The Brussels sprouts are first blanched to bring out their natural sweetness, then tossed with crispy bacon and roasted until golden and tender. The result is a dish that combines savory, smoky, and slightly sweet flavors in every bite. The addition of chestnuts makes this recipe even more unique, adding a seasonal touch that’s perfect for the colder months.

With just a few simple ingredients and a quick cooking process, you can have a nutritious side dish that's both satisfying and full of flavor. Perfect for those looking to indulge in a healthy yet indulgent treat, this roasted Brussels sprouts with bacon and chestnuts is the ultimate side dish to make your meal complete. Ready in just 45 minutes, it’s sure to become a staple in your recipe rotation!

Ingredients

  • 1.5 kg brussels sprouts trimmed
  • 200 honey roughly chopped
  • 200 bacon smoked
  • tsp vegetable oil 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 220C/200C fan/gas
  2. Bring a large pan of water to the boil, add the sprouts and cook for 5 mins.
  3. Drain and refresh in cold water.
  4. Toss the sprouts with all the other ingredients in a bowl and season with a pinch of salt and a good grinding of black pepper. Tip onto a large baking tray in a single layer. Put in the oven and roast for 30 mins, tossing halfway through, until the bacon is crispy and the sprouts are golden and tender.

Nutrition Facts

Calories239kcal
Protein15.57%
Fat40.19%
Carbs44.24%

Properties

Glycemic Index
10.75
Glycemic Load
9.05
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
23.439565199873%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
6.17mg
Luteolin
0.62mg
Kaempferol
1.61mg
Quercetin
3.6mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:238.85kcal
11.94%
Fat:11.36g
17.48%
Saturated Fat:3.58g
22.4%
Carbohydrates:28.14g
9.38%
Net Carbohydrates:21.02g
7.64%
Sugar:4.13g
4.58%
Cholesterol:16.5mg
5.5%
Sodium:212.88mg
9.26%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:9.9g
19.8%
Vitamin K:332.91µg
317.06%
Vitamin C:169.43mg
205.36%
Manganese:0.72mg
35.93%
Folate:128.88µg
32.22%
Vitamin A:1429.5IU
28.59%
Fiber:7.13g
28.5%
Vitamin B6:0.57mg
28.26%
Potassium:899.88mg
25.71%
Vitamin B1:0.37mg
24.38%
Phosphorus:174.88mg
17.49%
Iron:2.96mg
16.46%
Magnesium:53.63mg
13.41%
Vitamin B3:2.68mg
13.39%
Copper:0.25mg
12.31%
Vitamin E:1.8mg
12.02%
Selenium:8.02µg
11.46%
Vitamin B2:0.19mg
11.35%
Calcium:84.75mg
8.48%
Vitamin B5:0.84mg
8.37%
Zinc:1.21mg
8.03%
Vitamin B12:0.13µg
2.08%