Lemon Infused Buttered Brussels Sprouts W Crisp Peppered Bacon

Elevate your side dish game with Lemon Infused Buttered Brussels Sprouts with Crisp Peppered Bacon—a harmonious blend of zesty citrus, rich butter, and smoky, caramelized goodness. This recipe transforms humble Brussels sprouts into a flavor-packed delight by pan-searing them to golden perfection and drizzling them with a luscious lemon-butter sauce. The added crunch and savory depth from peppered, crispy bacon take this dish to the next level. With just 30 minutes from prep to plate, this quick and easy recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or holiday feasts. Serve warm and watch as this irresistible side steals the spotlight at your table! Keywords: Brussels sprouts, lemon butter, crisp bacon, holiday side dish, easy vegetable recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 g Brussels sprouts
• 50 g Unsalted butter
• 1 tsp Lemon zest
• 1 tbsp Fresh lemon juice
• 4 slices Thick-cut bacon
• 1 tsp Freshly ground black pepper
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 1 tbsp Olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Wash and trim the Brussels sprouts by removing any discolored outer leaves and cutting off the tough stem ends. Slice larger sprouts in half for even cooking.

Step 2

Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the slices of bacon and cook until crispy, about 7-10 minutes, flipping occasionally. Once done, transfer the bacon to a paper towel-lined plate to drain, leaving the rendered bacon fat in the skillet.

Step 3

While the bacon cools, crumble it into small pieces and set aside. Drain off most of the bacon fat from the skillet, leaving about 1 tablespoon.

Step 4

Add the olive oil to the skillet with the bacon fat and heat over medium heat. Add the Brussels sprouts, cut side down, and season with the salt. Cook undisturbed for 5-7 minutes or until the cut sides are golden brown.

Step 5

Stir the Brussels sprouts and continue cooking for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender but not mushy.

Step 6

While the sprouts cook, melt the butter in a small saucepan over low heat. Stir in the lemon zest and lemon juice, then remove from heat.

Step 7

Pour the lemon-infused butter over the Brussels sprouts in the skillet and toss to coat evenly.

Step 8

Add the crumbled bacon and freshly ground black pepper to the skillet. Gently toss everything together and cook for another 1-2 minutes to ensure the flavors are combined.

Step 9

Remove from heat and transfer to a serving dish. Serve warm and enjoy your Lemon Infused Buttered Brussels Sprouts with Crisp Peppered Bacon!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(644g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	957.4

Total Fat 80.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 35.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 153.6mg	0%
Sodium 2134.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 43.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.9g	0%
Total Sugars 12.2g
Protein 25.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 146.8mg	0%
Iron 2.7mg	0%
Potassium 139.8mg	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: 72.5%

Protein: 10.2%

Carbs: 17.3%