Sautéed Brussels Sprouts with Apple and Bacon

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-30 · Updated 2026-05-30

Tender sautéed Brussels sprouts combined with sweet apple and smoky bacon for a flavorful Whole30-friendly side dish. This vegetarian recipe (whole30, gluten free), ready in about 30 minutes, pairs Brussels sprouts, apple, bacon slices for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a Whole30 week and pairs well with roasted sweet potato or a simple olive-oil salad. 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.

Ingredients

• 1 lb, trimmed and halved Brussels sprouts
• 1 medium (about 6 oz), cored and thinly sliced apple
• 4 slices, diced (Whole30 compliant) bacon slices
• 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 1 small, finely chopped yellow onion
• 2 cloves, minced garlic cloves
• 1 tsp, divided sea salt
• 1/2 tsp, divided black pepper
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 4 diced whole30-compliant bacon slices and cook for 4-5 minutes until crispy. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving the fat in the skillet.
2. Step 2: Add 1 small finely chopped yellow onion and 2 minced garlic cloves to the skillet with bacon fat. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until translucent and fragrant.
3. Step 3: Add 1 lb trimmed and halved Brussels sprouts to the skillet. Season with 1/2 tsp sea salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sprouts are tender and edges are golden brown.
4. Step 4: Stir in 1 medium thinly sliced apple and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the apple softens but retains some texture.
5. Step 5: Return the cooked bacon to the skillet, add 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar, and toss everything together. Cook for 1 more minute to meld flavors. Season with remaining 1/2 tsp sea salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper to taste before serving.