Sautéed Brussels Sprouts with Apple and Smoked Turkey Bacon

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-28 · Updated 2026-06-28

Tender Brussels sprouts sautéed with tart apple chunks and smoky turkey bacon create a balanced, savory-sweet Whole30 side dish. This American-inspired Whole30 recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs Brussels sprouts, smoked turkey bacon, medium apple (Granny Smith) for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 180 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
• 4 slices, chopped smoked turkey bacon
• 1, cored and diced medium apple (Granny Smith)
• 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 3/4 tsp sea salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 4 chopped smoked turkey bacon slices and cook for 4-5 minutes until crisp and browned.
2. Step 2: Add 1 lb trimmed and halved Brussels sprouts to the skillet. Sauté for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until sprouts are tender and edges are caramelized.
3. Step 3: Stir in 1 diced medium Granny Smith apple and cook for 3 minutes until apple softens but retains shape.
4. Step 4: Season with 3/4 tsp sea salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and drizzle 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar over the mixture. Toss to combine and cook for 1 more minute to meld flavors before serving warm.