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Simple, sweet, and savory. I can’t think of a better combination than bacon and Brussels sprouts. Add dates and you’re in business. Sometimes it’s nice to just throw stuff onto a baking sheet, into the oven, and call it good. I liken this dish to a nutrient-dense, deconstructed bacon wrapped date.
Brussels sprouts are rich in fat-soluble vitamin K which is essential in bone and cognitive health. Consuming with a fat like bacon will help to absorb those nutrients.
For those who are reintroducing nuts, pecans add the perfect nutty-ness. This dish serves quite a few so expect leftovers or serve this at a dinner party. I’ve found my friends and family asking me to make this for every gathering.
- 2 pound brussels sprouts, halved
- 1 pound of bacon, chopped
- 10 large dates, diced
- 2 tablespoons of avocado oil
- ½ teaspoon salt
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
- Half the sprouts, chop the bacon, and dice the dates.
- Combine all ingredients onto a large baking sheet, cover in oil and salt.
- Bake for about 25-30 min.
4 comments
If adding pecans, how much and when would they be added to the dish?
I have the same question about the pecans, when do you add them, and do you use halved or whole? Thanks!
Same question about the pecans 🙂
Thanks for sharing, this was amazing! I used baby brussels and diced up some pre-cooked pork belly (Trader Joe). After 10 minutes of baking I turned it with a spatula and continued for about 5 minutes. It came out perfect! I thought the dates may be too sweet so I only diced up one. It was SO sweet that I will omit it next time I make this recipe – and there will be many “next times”.