Balsamic-Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Pecans

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-21 · Updated 2026-05-21

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Oven-roasted Brussels sprouts caramelized with tangy balsamic vinegar, crispy bacon, and crunchy toasted pecans for a savory side dish. This American-inspired vegetarian recipe (vegetarian option), ready in about 35 minutes, pairs Brussels sprouts, halved, bacon slices, chopped, pecans, roughly chopped for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 American cuisine 220 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb Brussels sprouts, halved
4 bacon slices, chopped
1/3 cup pecans, roughly chopped
2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper
1 tsp honey

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Instructions

Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. In a large bowl, toss 1 lb halved Brussels sprouts with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper until evenly coated.
Step 2: Spread Brussels sprouts on a rimmed baking sheet in a single layer. Scatter 4 chopped bacon slices evenly over the sprouts.
Step 3: Roast in the oven for 20 minutes, stirring halfway through, until Brussels sprouts are golden and bacon is crispy.
Step 4: Remove baking sheet from oven and drizzle 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar and 1 tsp honey over the hot Brussels sprouts and bacon.
Step 5: Sprinkle 1/3 cup roughly chopped pecans on top and return to the oven for another 5 minutes to toast the pecans and caramelize the balsamic.
Step 6: Remove from oven, toss gently to combine all ingredients, and serve warm.