Creamy Keto Brussel Sprouts Recipe {with bacon} (2024)

FAQs

How many carbs are in Brussel sprouts and bacon? ›

Fresh & Easy Brussels Sprouts With Bacon (0.67 cup) contains 9g total carbs, 5g net carbs, 9g fat, 7g protein, and 130 calories.

How Many Brussels Sprouts Can You Eat on a Keto Diet? Most keto diets recommend staying below 20-40 grams net carbs per day. Eating 100g of brussels, which contain only 3.2g of net carbs, shouldn't cause you many problems.

The soak time tenderizes the sprouts so the middles are softer. Don't worry, they won't be soggy! I would never do that to you. If, like me, you don't mind some chew to your sprouts, you don't need to soak the Brussels sprouts prior to cooking.

Roast the Brussels Sprouts at high heat

If you don't hear them crisping up in the oven, add a little more oil and roast them for a few more minutes until your desire crispiness is achieved!

Kirkland Signature Sliced Bacon (2 slices) contains 2g total carbs, 2g net carbs, 21g fat, 7g protein, and 230 calories.

Three slices of bacon, or 34.5 grams, contain 161 calories. That one serving has 108 calories from fat, 2.4 from carbs, and 48 from protein.

You do not have to limit vegetables if you are on the keto diet or are considering it. Plenty of low-carb vegetable options include arugula, asparagus, bell peppers, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cauliflower, kale, mushrooms, spinach, and tomatoes.

“Even though all vegetables have health value, eating too much of some will likely push you over your carb limit.” Worried about their carb counts, some people avoid veggies altogether when they go keto.

Eating 1 bag of Brussels sprouts every day may lead to digestive issues and could interfere with certain medications. It's always a good idea to consult with your healthcare provider or a registered dietitian for personalized advice.

To maximize the flat areas, which get the most crispy surface area, cut your Brussels sprouts in half. If your Brussels sprouts are very small, you can leave them whole (and if they are very large, quarter them).

What happens if you don't wash brussel sprouts? ›

Fresh vegetables can pick up bacteria from the soil, water, or any surface they come in contact with (especially during transportation). It's important to properly wash your brussels sprouts before eating them to keep you or your loved ones from getting sick. Wash them with regular cold water or use a baking soda soak.

Unlike other vegetables, Brussels sprouts can be parboiled (even a day ahead) to reduce the roasting time without hurting their texture. That means the sprouts can be popped in the oven while the meat is resting before carving. Of course, if the main course is grilled or pan-cooked, the oven will be free for roasting.

Brussel sprouts are roasted in lots of oil, then topped with pine nuts, Parmesan cheese and honey. It's that sweet, fatty, cheesy combo that makes it taste good!

America's Test Kitchen (What's Eating Dan YT link to avoid the ATK paywall) recommends skillet-roasting Brussels sprouts, though with enough oil that it's almost pan-frying. Serious Eats says to oven-roast at high heat in a sheet pan.

A slow-growing, long-bearing crop, Brussels sprouts should be planted in early spring, or mid- to late summer for a crop that matures in the fall. The small heads mature best in cool and even in light frosty weather. Spring planting is also fine in cooler climates.

Like most Brassica veggies (think broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower), brussels sprouts are fairly low in carbs. A cup offers about 14 grams of total carbs, but just 8 grams of net carbs since it also contains 6 grams of fiber. Good news, if you're following a low carb or keto diet!

Brussels sprouts are absolutely suited for a keto diet, with just 3.5g net carbs per ½ cup serving. You can enjoy this vitamin-rich vegetable without worrying about your daily carb count.

Brussels sprouts, raw (1 cup) contains 7.9g total carbs, 4.5g net carbs, 0.3g fat, 3g protein, and 38 calories.

Bacon is a good source of protein and contains nine of the essential amino acids, making it a complete source of protein. Low in carbohydrates, a slice of bacon has three grams of protein and zero carbohydrates. It is a low-carb and low-glycemic food making it ideal for incorporating in low-carb diets.