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Sautéed Brussels Sprouts with Bacon & Apple

  • Author: Fiona
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Sautéing
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Sautéed Brussels Sprouts with Apple is a vibrant dish that combines tender sprouts and sweet apples for a delightful explosion of flavor. Perfect for any occasion!


Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 lb Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
  • 1 large apple (Honeycrisp or Fuji), diced
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Ingredients: Wash and trim the Brussels sprouts, slicing them in half for even cooking. Dice the apple and chop the onion.
  2. Sauté the Onions: In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. Once hot, add the chopped onions and sauté until translucent (about 3 minutes).
  3. Add Brussels Sprouts: Toss the halved Brussels sprouts into the skillet with the onions. Stir to coat in olive oil and cook until they start turning golden brown (about 5-7 minutes).
  4. Introduce Apple: Add the diced apple along with salt and pepper to taste. Cook for an additional 3 minutes until everything is tender.
  5. Serve Warm: Transfer to plates and enjoy this delightful combination warm as a side or main dish!


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 9g
  • Sodium: 15mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fiber: 6g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: For added crunch, consider mixing in nuts like walnuts or pecans. A splash of balsamic vinegar can enhance the flavor profile beautifully. Substitute apples with pears for a different twist.