Oven-Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Pecans

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Tender oven-roasted Brussels sprouts enhanced with crispy bacon and toasted pecans, tossed in a buttery garlic sauce for a savory keto side dish. This american-inspired keto (keto, low carb) ready in about 40 minutes pairs trimmed and halved Brussels sprouts, chopped bacon, roughly chopped pecans for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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: 30 min Serves 4 American cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Toss 1 lb trimmed and halved Brussels sprouts with 3 tbsp melted unsalted butter, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper in a large bowl.
  2. Step 2: Spread Brussels sprouts evenly on a baking sheet. Sprinkle 4 chopped bacon slices and 1/3 cup roughly chopped pecans over the sprouts.
  3. Step 3: Roast in the oven for 20 minutes. Remove from oven and add 3 minced garlic cloves, stirring gently to combine.
  4. Step 4: Return to oven and roast for an additional 10 minutes until Brussels sprouts are tender and caramelized, bacon is crispy, and pecans are toasted.
  5. Step 5: Serve warm as a flavorful keto side dish.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Oven-Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Pecans take to make?

Total time is about 40 minutes (10 min prep + 30 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Oven-Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Pecans?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep chopped bacon from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Oven-Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Pecans?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Oven-Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Pecans for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

Is Oven-Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Pecans keto?

Yes — this recipe is tagged keto, low carb based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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