Sheet Pan Baked Bacon and Avocado

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Crisp bacon paired with perfectly roasted avocado halves, finished with a sprinkle of everything bagel seasoning for a satisfying keto breakfast. This american-inspired keto ready in about 37 minutes pairs strips bacon, medium avocado, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 520 calories and feeds 2, 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: 27 min Serves 2 American cuisine 520 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Step 2: Arrange bacon strips in a single layer on the prepared sheet and brush with 1 tbsp olive oil. Bake for 15 minutes until crisp.
  3. Step 3: While bacon cooks, cut avocados in half, remove pits, and score flesh in a crosshatch pattern. Place cut-side up on the baking sheet.
  4. Step 4: Drizzle halved avocados with remaining 1 tbsp olive oil and sprinkle with 1 tsp everything bagel seasoning.
  5. Step 5: Bake for 12 minutes until avocado edges are golden but flesh remains tender.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Sheet Pan Baked Bacon and Avocado take to make?

Total time is about 37 minutes (10 min prep + 27 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 Sheet Pan Baked Bacon and Avocado?

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 strips bacon from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Sheet Pan Baked Bacon and Avocado?

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 Sheet Pan Baked Bacon and Avocado for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). 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.

What goes well with Sheet Pan Baked Bacon and Avocado?

American keto like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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