Elevate your Brussels sprouts game with our Roasted Brussels Sprouts Medley, featuring the dynamic duo of crispy bacon and plump golden raisins. This dish offers a delightful blend of savory and sweet flavors, creating a side that’s not only delicious but also visually appealing on your dinner table.
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 1/3 cup golden raisins
- 1 pound Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- 6 slices bacon
- 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees.
- In a pan, warm 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar and add golden raisins. Let them cook for approximately 15 minutes, allowing the raisins to absorb the sweet richness of the vinegar.
- On a baking sheet, combine 1 pound of halved Brussels sprouts with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, salt, and pepper. Toss the ingredients together using your hands, ensuring an even coating.
- Bake the Brussels sprouts in the preheated oven for 25 minutes or until they turn golden brown.
- While the Brussels sprouts are baking, cook 6 slices of bacon until crispy. Once done, crumble the bacon and set it aside on a paper towel.
- In the same pan used for bacon, add thinly sliced red onions and cook until they become soft and translucent.
- In a serving bowl, combine the baked Brussels sprouts, crumbled bacon, and sautéed onions. Toss the mixture to ensure an even distribution of flavors.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.
Nutrition Facts (Per Serving):
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Protein: 10g
- Fiber: 6g
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 480mg
Keep in mind that the provided nutritional values are approximate estimates and can vary depending on factors such as the brands of ingredients used and the serving sizes.
Cooking Tips:
- Experiment with different types of vinegar for unique flavor variations.
- For added crunch, sprinkle roasted nuts like almonds or walnuts over the finished dish.
- Adjust sweetness by varying the amount of golden raisins to suit your taste preferences.