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    Blue Cheese Brussel Sprouts with Walnuts and Bacon

    by Oscar Chimenti, Last Modified: April 19, 2023 This post may contain affiliate or sponsored links. See the Disclosure Policy linked in my footer.

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    baked brussel sprouts on a baking sheet next to cracked walnuts with nutcracker and some brussel sprout leaves.

    Shaved Blue Cheese Brussel Sprouts with Walnuts and Bacon is a perfect combination of flavors that go so well together. The creamy crumbled blue cheese with the crispy bacon and nuttiness from the walnuts makes this comfort keto side dish a winner every time.

    baked brussel sprouts on a baking sheet next to cracked walnuts with nutcracker and some brussel sprout leaves this recipe
    Jump To:
    • Why you'll love this blue cheese brussel sprouts recipe?
    • 🥘 Main ingredients
    • 👨🏻‍🍳 Steps by step instructions
    • 👨🏻‍🍳 Recipe tips and variations
    • 💭 Frequently asked questions
    • 🍽 Other recipes you might enjoy
    • Blue Cheese Brussel Sprouts with Walnuts and Bacon

    This low carb roasted brussel sprouts recipe is a favorite around October and November when the temperatures get a little cooler and I want a comforting dish. The creamy crumbled blue cheese adds a depth of flavor that I simply love and cannot do without. However, if blue cheese is not your thing you can leave it out.

    As I was making my Bacon Wrapped Maple Air Fryer Brussel Sprouts I thought of making this recipe as well. I love brussel sprouts and crispy bacon and adding the walnuts and blue cheese just seemed like a natural to me. Keeping it low carb with only 3g net carbs per serving.

    Why you'll love this blue cheese brussel sprouts recipe?

    • They taste mildly sweet, nutty, crispy little nuggets of deliciousness.
    • Quick and easy to make and doesn't require lots of prep work.
    • It is an elegant spin on the roasted brussel sprouts.
    • With only 3g net carbs per serving it's an excellent keto and low carb side dish.
    • Brussel sprouts are rich in alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), which is converted to omega-3's in your body

    🥘 Main ingredients

    Roasted brussel sprouts have been a favorite of mine but you would have never caught me eating these as a kid. Roasting with some extra virgin olive oil is the only way to get them a little crispy and still tender and soft.

    • Brussel Sprouts: the star of the show, when cooked properly brussel sprouts have a sweet, nutty and smokey flavor.
    • Blue cheese: a pungent cheese with little spicy notes and a slightly salty taste
    • Bacon: for those sweet, salty and umami flavors you just can't get from any other food
    • Walnuts: adding a sweet and nutty taste to this already delicious recipe
    • Extra Virgin Olive Oil: subtle notes of fresh herbs, fruit and a slight pepperiness

    See the recipe card for the full list of ingredients and quantities.

    👨🏻‍🍳 Steps by step instructions

    How to make Blue Cheese Brussel Sprouts with Walnuts and Bacon?

    STEP 1: First trim and wash 1 lb of brussel sprouts and then shave them in the food processor or use a sharp knife to cut them into thin slices.

    food processor with shaved brussel sprouts next to cutting board with a knife

    STEP 2: Spread the brussel sprouts out onto a baking sheet. I used an old sheet pan because I want the brussels to get a little charred and crispy. I also do not use parchment paper for this recipe as I find it does not crisp up the sprouts and bacon as much as I would like. Drizzle the brussel sprouts with olive oil.

    drizzling olive oil over the uncooked brussel sprouts

    STEP 3: Cut 4 slices of bacon into 1" pieces and spread them over the brussel sprouts. Sprinkle the chopped walnuts and blue cheese crumbles over the brussel sprouts and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Using your hands mix everything in the pan until well combined.

    shaved brussel sprouts on a baking sheet
    • STEP 4: Bake in a preheated 400°F oven for 30 minutes, toss half way through. Enjoy as a side dish or simply in a bowl comfortably curled under a blanket near the fire.
    baked brussel sprouts on a sheet pan

    👨🏻‍🍳 Recipe tips and variations

    This roasted brussel sprouts recipe is delicious as is, however, I will share some top tips and variations that can heighten the flavors of this dish.

    Top Tip: char the brussel sprouts and bacon by using an older sheet pan that you don't mind getting banged up a little. Using parchment paper will not give the same crispy feel to this recipe.

    • Serving: these low carb brussel sprouts make a perfect side dish to my Keto Crispy Chicken Thighs
    • Storage: if you have leftovers you can store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
    • Make ahead: do so no more than one to two days in advance, and store the shaved uncooked brussel sprouts in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
    • Air Fryer: this keto recipe can be made in the air fryer but depending on the size you wouldn't get as much and may need to do it in batches. I find the air fryer can often crisp up the brussel sprout leaves too much for my linking and needs to be watched very closely.
    • Cheese - parmesan cheese brussels sprouts are out of this world, simply sprinkle some freshly grated parm as soon as you take them out of the oven.
    • Colour - add a touch of color with some cubed butternut squash mixed in with the sprouts.
    • Vegetarian - omit the bacon and make this recipe vegetarian

    This low carb brussels sprouts recipe is also gluten free

    Want another sheet pan recipe, see my Low Carb Sheet Pan Chicken for a quick and easy meal.

    big white bowl with brussel sprouts next to crushed walnuts and brussel leaves

    💭 Frequently asked questions

    Do I have to use blue cheese?

    If you are not a fan of blue cheese you can use other creamy cheeses like gorgonzola, feta or stilton cheese.

    Should I use large or small brussel sprouts?

    Either is fine although larger brussel sprouts will be a little more bitter and smaller ones will be sweeter.

    Is this recipe keto?

    A serving of this recipe contains roughly 5g of total carbs and 2g of fiber making it 3g net carbs per serving. Therefore, it will likely fit into a keto, low carb and diabetic friendly diet.

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    baked brussel sprouts on a baking sheet next to cracked walnuts with nutcracker and some brussel sprout leaves

    If you enjoy this recipe please leave a rating in the recipe card or a comment at the bottom of this post.

    baked brussel sprouts on a baking sheet next to cracked walnuts with nutcracker and some brussel sprout leaves

    Blue Cheese Brussel Sprouts with Walnuts and Bacon

    Oscar
    Crispy shaved brussel sprouts with creamy blue cheese, walnuts and bacon. A perfect combination you will not want to share it with anyone else it's so damn good!
    5 from 59 votes
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    Prep Time : 10 minutes mins
    Cook Time : 30 minutes mins
    Total Time : 40 minutes mins
    Course : Side Dish
    Cuisine : American
    Diet : Diabetic, Gluten Free
    Servings : 10 people
    Calories : 126

    Equipment

    • Food Processor
    • Sheet Pan

    Nutrition

    Calories: 126kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 6gFat: 10gFiber: 2gSugar: 1g

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 lb brussel sprouts sliced thin
    • 4 slices bacon
    • ½ cup chopped walnuts
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
    • 2 tablespoon olive oil
    • 1 cup crumbled blue cheese
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    Instructions
     

    • Preheat oven to 400°F
    • Wash and trim the brussel sprouts and then slice them thinly with a sharp knife or use a food processor with the slicing blade.
    • Spread brussel sprouts evenly onto a sheet pan and then top with the sliced bacon, crumbled blue cheese, walnuts and salt and pepper. Toss and combine with your hands.
    • Roast in the oven at 400°F for 30 minutes flipping half way through.
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    Notes

    Top Tip: char the brussel sprouts and bacon by using an older sheet pan that you don't mind getting banged up a little. Using parchment paper will not give the same crispiness to the ingredients.

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    🌡️ Food safety

    • Cook to a minimum temperature of 165 °F (74 °C)
    • Do not use the same utensils on cooked food, that previously touched raw meat
    • Wash hands after touching raw meat
    • Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods
    • Never leave cooking food unattended
    • Use oils with high smoking point to avoid harmful compounds
    • Always have good ventilation when using a gas stove

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    1. Megan Ellam

      November 25, 2021 at 4:58 am

      5 stars
      Oh, hell to the yes! Delicious as! Thanks for sharing.

      Reply
    2. Nancy

      November 24, 2021 at 11:09 pm

      5 stars
      The blue cheese is a nice addition and goes well with Brussels sprouts

      Reply
    3. Alexandra

      November 24, 2021 at 7:00 pm

      5 stars
      I love Brussel sprouts, but this is my now preferred way to prepare them. The blue cheese takes them to an even more delicious level! So creamy and tasty.

      Reply
    4. Kaitlin

      November 24, 2021 at 6:53 pm

      5 stars
      I was a bit hesitant to try this because I’m not the biggest fan of bleu cheese but it was good! Especially if you like this type of cheese!

      Reply

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