Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Coconut Bacon
Brussels sprouts have a nasty reputation, generally from some horrible childhood dish. When prepared correctly, however, they can take on a sweet undertone and roasted, nutty flavor. This recipe accentuates the natural flavor of the sprouts and complements it with sweet yacon syrup and the addictive crunch of coconut bacon. For potlucks or family gatherings, this delicious dish is always one of the first to get completely scarfed up. Brussels sprouts’ vitamin content also keeps your skeleton strong. It contains vitamin C, a nutrient you need to make collagen abundant in bone tissue, as well as vitamin K that promotes bone mineralization.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings
Ingredients
2 pounds brussels sprouts, sliced in half
2 tablespoons organic virgin coconut oil
1/4 cup yacon syrup
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon ground white pepper
2 teaspoons sea salt
One 3.5-ounce bag coconut bacon, crushed
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Add the Brussels sprouts to a 3-quart glass baking dish and add all remaining ingredients, except the coconut bacon. Mix together thoroughly.
- Bake for 35 minutes. Cut a sprout to check doneness; if the knife goes through the sprout cleanly and smoothly, your sprouts are done. If not, bake for another 5 to 10 minutes.
- Add the coconut bacon and mix slightly so that the coconut bacon can absorb some of the flavors. Serve.
