Brussels Sprouts with Pancetta

Transform your vegetable side dishes with this irresistible Brussels Sprouts with Pancetta recipe—a perfect balance of savory, crispy, and fresh flavors. Tender Brussels sprouts are caramelized to golden perfection in rendered pancetta fat, creating a rich and nutty foundation. The addition of crispy pancetta cubes, aromatic garlic, and a fresh squeeze of lemon juice brightens the dish, while optional Parmesan cheese lends a luxurious, salty finish. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy and elegant recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or as a standout side for holiday gatherings. Perfectly seasoned and endlessly crave-worthy, these Brussels sprouts will have everyone reaching for seconds.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Brussels sprouts
• 150 grams Pancetta (cubed)
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper (freshly ground)
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
• 25 grams Parmesan cheese (shredded, optional)

Directions

Step 1

Trim the ends of the Brussels sprouts and remove any damaged outer leaves. Cut larger sprouts in half for even cooking.

Step 2

Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.

Step 3

Once the oil is hot, add the pancetta cubes and cook, stirring occasionally, until they are crispy and golden brown, about 5 minutes. Use a slotted spoon to remove the pancetta and set it aside, leaving the rendered fat in the skillet.

Step 4

Add the Brussels sprouts to the skillet, tossing them to coat in the pancetta fat. Arrange them cut-side down for optimal caramelization.

Step 5

Cook the Brussels sprouts undisturbed for 5-6 minutes or until the cut sides are golden brown.

Step 6

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.

Step 7

Season with salt and black pepper, then stir in the crispy pancetta.

Step 8

Cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the Brussels sprouts are tender but still slightly crisp.

Step 9

Remove the skillet from the heat and drizzle the lemon juice over the Brussels sprouts for brightness and flavor.

Step 10

If desired, sprinkle with shredded Parmesan cheese before serving for an extra layer of richness.

Step 11

Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(728.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1112.6

Total Fat 78.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 24.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 117.1mg	0%
Sodium 3795.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 45.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.0g	0%
Total Sugars 12.3g
Protein 65.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 417.9mg	0%
Iron 4.5mg	0%
Potassium 326.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 61.3%

Protein: 22.8%

Carbs: 16.0%