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    Published: Jun 13, 2020 · Modified: May 3, 2022 by Renée · This post may contain affiliate links · 15 Comments

    Bacon-Wrapped Broccoli Stems

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    If you're following a low-carb or keto diet plan (or even if you're not), these Bacon Wrapped Broccoli Stems are completely addicting! And by adding the creamy smoked paprika horseradish dipping sauce, you're taking your snacking to a whole other level!

    Overhead photo of bacon wrapped broccoli stems on a square plate with dipping sauce in the corner.

    **Please Note - The printable recipe card with detailed instructions and complete ingredient measurements for making Bacon Wrapped Broccoli Stalks is available near the end of this post. OR click on the "jump to recipe" button (found above) to be taken directly to the printable recipe card.

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    The ingredient list:

    **Note - The following lists of ingredients plus kitchen tools and equipment contain affiliate links (highlighted in blue) for your consideration and shopping convenience. #CommissionsEarned

    • broccoli stems, trimmed and sliced
    • bacon
    • salt and pepper
    • mayonnaise
    • smoked paprika
    • prepared horseradish

    Kitchen tools and equipment needed:

    • chef's knife
    • cutting board
    • vegetable peeler
    • baking sheet
    • aluminum foil (optional)
    • cooking spray (optional)
    • medium bowl
    • whisk

    How this easy low-carb appetizer recipe came to be:

    The idea for these Bacon Wrapped Broccoli Stems came to me one night as I was preparing broccoli for dinner. I'm not normally a broccoli stem eater, but disposing of them is awfully wasteful. That's when my lightbulb moment hit!

    Don't be wasteful!

    The next time you're preparing broccoli florets, don't forget to save your broccoli stalks to make this recipe. You can store the broccoli stalks in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

    OR, perhaps the next time you're preparing Bacon Wrapped Broccoli stems, you can save the broccoli florets in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

    As long as you make this recipe it doesn't really matter in which order you accumulate your broccoli stalks. Just as long as you do.

    The easy instructions:

    • Remove the florets from the stalks (reserve them for another use)
    • Remove approximately 2" from the base of the stalks and discard
    • Carefully shave off some of the outer skin of the stalk (a vegetable peeler may be used for this)
    • Slice the shaved stalks into batons, approximately 3" - 4" in length
    How to make Bacon Wrapped Broccoli Stalk Appetizers photo tutorial - kudoskitchenbyrenee.com
    • Wrap each stalk with a 3" piece of bacon and place on a prepared baking sheet
    • Sprinkle each Bacon Wrapped Broccoli Stalk with salt and pepper and bake in a preheated 425-degree oven for 15 minutes.
    • Serve with chilled Smoked Paprika Horseradish Dipping Sauce.
    • Serve hot, or at room temperature.
    How to make bacon wrapped broccoli stalks photo tutorial - kudoskitchenbyrenee.com

    How to make the creamy horseradish dipping sauce:

    • Mix the ingredients in a medium bowl.
    • Refrigerate until ready to serve.

    This sauce is COMPLETELY AMAZING and tastes simply incredible on burgers, sausages, pork, and even chicken! You're welcome!!

    Closeup photo of a bacon wrapped broccoli stem with pepper in a bowl of dipping sauce.
     

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    *Bacon Wrapped Broccoli Stem Appetizers (pictured below) THIS IS THE PLACE!!

    A vertical title text image of bacon wrapped broccoli stems on a white plate with a bowl filled with dipping sauce in the background.

    Below is the printable recipe card along with the nutritional information for today's easy bacon-wrapped appetizer.

    The idea for these Bacon Wrapped Broccoli Stalk Appetizers came to me one night as I was preparing broccoli for dinner. I'm not normally a broccoli stalk eater, but disposing of them is awfully wasteful. That's when my lightbulb moment hit, and the results are utterly delicious! - kudoskitchenbyrenee.com

    Bacon Wrapped Broccoli Stalks with Creamy Smoked Paprika Horseradish Dipping Sauce

    Renee Goerger
    Don't waste that broccoli stalk! Trim it and wrap it in bacon for an appetizer treat that it out of this world!
    5 from 9 votes
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 20 mins
    Total Time 30 mins
    Course Appetizer
    Cuisine keto
    Servings 18 pieces
    Calories 90 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 18 4 " pieces broccoli stalks , cut and trimmed
    • 18 3 " pieces bacon
    • salt and pepper
    • 1 cup mayonnaise
    • 1½ teaspoons smoked paprika
    • 3 tablespoons prepared horseradish

    Instructions
     

    • Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
    • Wrap the prepared broccoli stalks with bacon and place them on a baking sheet with the ends down to avoid unraveling while baking.
    • Sprinkle the bacon wrapped broccoli stalks with salt and pepper.
    • Bake the bacon wrapped broccoli stalks in a preheated oven for approximately 17-20 minutes, or to your desired bacon doneness.
    • Meanwhile in a small bowl stir together the mayonnaise, smoked paprika, and horseradish. Chill until ready to serve.
    • Serve the bacon wrapped broccoli stalks hot or warm with the chilled smoky paprika horseradish dipping sauce.

    Notes

    Tools and equipment:
    chef's knife, cutting board, vegetable peeler (optional), baking sheet, small bowl, measuring spoons, measuring cups

    Nutrition

    Serving: 3piecesCalories: 90kcalFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 96mg
    Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!

    I sincerely hope you've enjoyed today's easy bacon-wrapped and low carb appetizer recipe as much as I've enjoyed bringing it to you!

    Vertical closeup image of broccoli stems wrapped in bacon with a dipping sauce in the background.

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    Comments

    1. Lisalia says

      June 13, 2020 at 11:26 am

      5 stars
      What a delicious and great way to use up broccoli stems. So under-appreciated! haha. This was terrific.

      Reply
      • Renée says

        June 15, 2020 at 6:19 am

        Thanks so much, Lisalia! You're right, the stems are very much under-appreciated...and yet very delicious!

        Reply
    2. Lisa says

      June 13, 2020 at 10:07 am

      Yum! Those look awesome!

      Reply
    3. Taryn says

      June 13, 2020 at 10:06 am

      5 stars
      Delicious! My kids loved these.

      Reply
      • Renée says

        June 15, 2020 at 6:20 am

        The whole trick is getting kids to eat their broccoli. Wrapping them in bacon certainly helps!
        Thanks, Taryn!

        Reply
    4. Liren | Kitchen Confidante says

      June 15, 2018 at 6:55 pm

      What an awesome appetizer! I love broccoli stalks!

      Reply
      • Renée says

        June 17, 2018 at 11:58 am

        Thank you so much. Glad you think so!

        Reply
    5. Liz Della Croce says

      June 13, 2018 at 7:57 am

      5 stars
      I love this idea! Such a great way to use the stalks!

      Reply
      • Renée says

        June 17, 2018 at 11:59 am

        Thank you so much!!

        Reply
    6. Megan @ MegUnprocessed says

      June 12, 2018 at 5:25 pm

      Broccoli stalks also make great noodles with the spiralizer!

      Reply
      • Renée says

        June 17, 2018 at 11:59 am

        I'll have to try that. Thanks for the tip!

        Reply
    7. Elizabeth @ Confessions of a Baking Queen says

      June 12, 2018 at 1:38 pm

      5 stars
      Seriously, such a great idea! Cannot wait to make these!!

      Reply
      • Renée says

        June 17, 2018 at 12:01 pm

        You'll love them! They're delicious!!

        Reply
    8. Crystal says

      June 11, 2018 at 8:19 am

      This is genius!!

      Reply
      • Renée says

        June 11, 2018 at 10:00 am

        LOL. Thank you!!

        Reply

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