Keto Brussels Sprouts are super easy to make, low in carbs, and guaranteed to win you over. Mixing them with bacon and parmesan is the ultimate side dish!

This side dish is truly one of our all-time favorites. We love to pair this dish with brown sugar glazed salmon or meatloaf.

Brussel Sprouts with Bacon

Keto Brussel Sprouts with Bacon is a very flavorful dish that is ready in about 30 minutes. We are a big fan of sprouts, and mixing them with bacon, always results in one of the best side dishes!

The fact that you can enjoy this on the keto diet and is low in carbs is surely a plus. The perfect side dish pairs nicely with fish, pork, chicken, or beef. Also, with summer around the corner, it is our top side dish for barbecues.

If you are not a brussels sprouts fan, this recipe has the addition of bacon in it, which makes it so much better. You can also add some parmesan or mozzarella cheese to the mix to boost flavors. Apart from being delicious and keto-friendly, the sprouts have plenty of nutrients and vitamins, making this recipe one of our top favorites.

how to make Keto Brussels sprouts with bacon?

Cooking anything with bacon is probably guaranteed to result in a superb and delicious dish. And this one is no exception.

Before cooking, wash and then chop the sprouts in half. Then, fry the bacon in a skillet and saute the sprout in the grease.

The leftover bacon fat with some added seasonings or olive oil will give them a nice and rich flavor. Then add some garlic and garnish with parmesan and you are ready to go.

What else can I add to Keto Brussels Sprouts?

You can also try throwing some of the below ingredients into the skillet. If you are a cheese fan, then you will end up with a creamy and rich sauce on top of added flavor. Some suggested add-ins:

Mozzarella cheese
Parmesan cheese
Cream
Lemon juice
Hot pepper flakes

Are brussels sprouts healthy for a keto diet?

Absolutely! Brussels sprouts are ideal for a low-carb, keto diet. In addition, they are gluten-free and contain a lot of healthy vitamins. Also, they have about 4 to 5 net carbs per cup making them the perfect low-carb vegetable to add to your keto diet.

how many carbs are in Keto Brussels sprouts?

They are great for a keto diet due to their low-carb content. Depending on what you are mixing them with, they have about 4-5 grams of carbs per 1 cup of sprouts.

What to pair with Brussels sprouts with Bacon?

You can enjoy it as a main dish or side dish depending on your preference. It is our primary side dish when it comes to holiday dinners, such as Easter, Thanksgiving, or Christmas. It pairs well with fish or meats, and some of our favorite ways to pair them are with:

how many Brussels sprouts can I eat on keto?

To stay in ketosis, you should not have more than 2 cups of sprouts daily.

Recipe Tips:

Whenever possible, try to use organic sprouts.
Also, always wash before to cooking.
Sometimes the exterior layer the of skin might be bad looking. In that case, peel the first layer off.
We usually cut them in half this way they combine the bacon flavor better. However, you can also cook them whole, if you like.
Similarly, they can be roasted in the oven.
If you want a different spin of this recipe, then try our oven-roasted brussels sprouts.
Use fresh garlic he canned one. It tastes so much better.
In addition to bacon, add some butter to the skillet. This will make them creamier, juicier, and more flavorful.