Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts Recipe
Discover the perfect way to enjoy Brussels sprouts with this easy and healthy Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts recipe. These crispy, flavorful sprouts are a nutritious addition to any meal.
Equipment
- Air fryer
- Mixing bowl
- Knife
- Cutting board
Ingredients
- 1 lb Brussels sprouts trimmed and halved
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- 1/4 tsp onion powder
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar optional
- 1 tbsp grated Parmesan cheese optional
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- In a mixing bowl, toss the Brussels sprouts with olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder until evenly coated.
- Place the Brussels sprouts in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Air fry for 10-15 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through cooking to ensure even crisping.
- Once the Brussels sprouts are crispy and golden brown, remove them from the air fryer.
- If desired, drizzle with balsamic vinegar and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese before serving.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious, healthy Brussels sprouts.
Frequently Asked Questions About Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts
Halve them, dry them thoroughly, and cook cut side down at 375 degrees for about 15 minutes. Crowding the basket is what causes sogginess, so work in batches if you need to. A serving comes in at 79 calories.
No, and you shouldn’t. Parboiling adds water back into a vegetable that needs to be dry to crisp. Raw halved sprouts cook through fine in the air fryer in under 20 minutes.
Undercooking. The bitter compounds break down with heat and caramelization, so pull them when the outer leaves are deep brown and a little charred, not when they are merely tender.
