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Easy Roasted Brussels Sprouts Recipe: The Perfect Christmas Side Dish
One of my favorite Christmas side dish recipes to make are these Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Cranberries. As Christmas approaches, it’s time to start thinking about delicious and easy side dishes that you can add to your Christmas day menu. Not only is this an easy side dish to prepare, but it’s even easier to make in batches in case you are in charge of cooking for a large group.
Brussels sprouts are always a huge hit and easily one of the top veggie side dishes at Christmas. This Christmas side dish recipe only requires 10 ingredients and can be thrown together in under 30 minutes. If you’re looking for an easy Christmas side dish recipe, here’s my go-to Roasted Brussels Sprouts recipe that even your picky eaters will enjoy. I also have this delicious mashed potato recipe or glazed carrots recipe if you want to check those out, too!
Why Brussels Sprouts Are Great Side Dishes
Brussels sprouts are a fantastic side dish for Christmas because of their versatility, festive presentation, and ability to complement rich holiday meals. Here are some reasons why they’re a holiday favorite:
1. They’re in peak season and freshest during Christmas.
2. Their bright green color adds a pop of vibrancy to the dinner table, fitting well with the red and green holiday theme.
3. They pair beautifully with holiday staples like chestnuts, bacon, cranberries, or balsamic glaze, creating dynamic and festive flavor combinations.
Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Cranberries
Step by step instructions for one of my favorite Christmas veggie side dishes, Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Cranberries.
4
servings20
minutes30-35
minutesIngredients
- 24 oz
Brussels Sprouts
- 8 oz
bacon
- 2 sliced
shallots, medium
- 3 tbsp
Mustard, whole grain
- 1/2 cup
dried cranberries
- 10 sprigs
fresh thyme
- 3 tbsp
fresh parsley, chopped
- 3 tbsp
olive oil
salt & pepper, to taste
directions
Preheat the oven to 450°
Clean the Brussels sprouts by rinsing and cutting the bottom stem off and slice in half.
Slice bacon in 1” strips and slice shallots.
Toss the Brussels sprouts and shallots in olive oil, salt and pepper.
Spread out Brussels spouts evenly on a sheet tray and top with sliced bacon and thyme springs. Make sure to pull any pieces of bacon apart.
Bake in the oven for 30 to 35 minutes until the Brussels begin to char and are fork tender. All ovens are different, so keep an eye on them until they are ready.
Remove sheet pan from the oven and discard any thyme sprigs.
Place the Brussels sprouts into a mixing bowl with the whole grain mustard, half of the cranberries and half of the parsley. Toss until fully combined.
Place the Brussels sprouts on a serving platter and garnish with remaining cranberries and parsley.
An Easy Christmas Side Dish Recipe
The best part about this easy brussels sprouts recipe is how little effort it requires. I know when I cook, we normally make at least four side dishes so simple recipes are key. Whenever one of my friends asks for recommendations of what they should contribute to their Christmas feast, I pass along this Christmas side dish recipe that I know will turn into a staple side dish recipe for years to come.
Making The Dish Vegetarian
This Christmas side dish recipe is easy to make vegetarian, just leave out the bacon! Even if you leave out the bacon, the dish will still be packed with flavor thanks to the dried cranberries, shallots and whole grain mustard.
Other Christmas Side Dish Recipe Options
Christmas is a labor of love and involves lots of different side dish options. Whether you are looking for an easy side dish recipe to contribute to a feast or you are planning a whole menu, I have other side dish recipe options such as Garlic Smash Potatoes, Mashed Potatoes and Honey Glazed Carrots that are often crowd favorites. All of these recipes are easy to throw together and do not involve an overwhelming amount of ingredients.
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this came out delicious thank you for the great recipe Cassie! I have always been a little intimidated to make brussels sprouts but it was so surprisingly easy And this tasted like brussels sprouts I like to order at restaurants. Will definitely be making it again.
This recipe was amazing!!! Thank you!!!