Description
Thanksgiving Brussels Sprouts with Bacon, Pecans, Cranberries, and Balsamic Glaze is a festive side dish that will elevate your holiday table. The combination of crispy bacon, crunchy pecans, and sweet cranberries creates a symphony of flavors that delights every palate. This easy-to-make recipe is not only visually stunning but also perfectly balances savory and sweet elements, making it a must-have for family gatherings. Your guests will be raving about these Brussels sprouts long after the meal is over!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Brussels sprouts, halved
- 4 strips thick-cut bacon, diced
- ½ cup chopped pecans
- ½ cup dried cranberries
- ¼ cup balsamic glaze
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash Brussels sprouts under cold water, trim stems, and cut in half.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, cook diced bacon until crispy (about 8 minutes).
- Add halved Brussels sprouts to the skillet and sauté until golden brown (5–7 minutes).
- Mix in chopped pecans and dried cranberries; toast slightly for 3 minutes.
- Drizzle balsamic glaze over the mixture; toss until evenly coated.
- Season with salt and pepper; cook together for an additional minute before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg