Sautéed Brussels Sprouts with Apple Cider Vinegar and Crispy Bacon

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Whole30-friendly Brussels sprouts sautéed until caramelized and finished with tangy apple cider vinegar and crispy bacon bits for a savory side dish. This American-inspired Whole30 recipe (gluten free), ready in about 25 minutes, pairs Brussels sprouts, halved, bacon slices, chopped, extra virgin olive oil 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.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 American cuisine 180 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 4 chopped bacon slices and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until bacon is crispy. Remove bacon with a slotted spoon and set aside, leaving bacon fat in the skillet.
  2. Step 2: Add 1 lb halved Brussels sprouts to the skillet cut side down. Cook without stirring for 5-6 minutes until edges turn deep golden brown and caramelized.
  3. Step 3: Stir Brussels sprouts and add 1 minced garlic clove. Cook for another 2 minutes until garlic is fragrant.
  4. Step 4: Pour in 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar, 1 tsp sea salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Toss to coat and cook for 2 more minutes until the vinegar reduces slightly and the sprouts are tender.
  5. Step 5: Return crispy bacon pieces to the skillet, stir to combine, and remove from heat. Serve warm.

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