Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts

Making air fryer brussels sprouts is quick and easy! These savory sprouts are roasted in just 6 minutes leaving a crispy outside and a tender inside.

Why this recipe works

These air fryer Brussels sprouts are topped with parmesan cheese and lightly coated in balsamic vinegar and olive oil helping them crisp up into a delicate char.

We’ve quickly turned to using an air fryer for all our vegetable roasting lately. It’s much quicker than the traditional roasting method and the crunch factor is always superior in our opinion. See our air fryer cauliflower and air fryer asparagus for perfect examples!

Ingredients you will need

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BRUSSELS SPROUTS – Pick out Brussels sprouts that are bright green in color with tightly wrapped leaves.

TOPPING – Balsamic vinegar mixed with olive oil complements Brussels sprouts wonderfully. If you’d like a different topping feel free to add or substitute with whatever you’d like! Red pepper flakes, soy sauce, feta cheese crumbles, bacon, and fresh garlic are more great options.

How to Make Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts

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1. Combine the halved brussels sprouts, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper into a bowl and toss to coat thoroughly.
2. Add to the air fryer basket. Air fry at 380F for 6 minutes, this makes the loose leaves beautifully brown and crispy without being overly charred, and the halved brussels sprouts “el dente”.
3. Sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese before serving.

Frequently Asked Questions & Expert Tips

No, you do not need to preheat your air fryer for these Brussels sprouts.

You can store your leftover sprouts in an air tight container kept in the refrigerator for 4-5 days. To reheat, pop back into the air fryer at 350F for a few minutes until heated through.

Serving Suggestions

Air fryer Brussels sprouts are a delicious side dish that pairs well with our air fryer pork chops, red meat, chicken, and even pasta. You can certainly enjoy them as just an afternoon snack!

So long are the days of preheating the oven, then waiting 30 minutes for them to roast. Say hello to tender and crisp air fryer Brussels sprouts in under 10 minutes altogether.

More Air Fryer Recipes

• Air Fryer Roasted Potatoes
• Air Fryer Bacon Wrapped Carrots
• Air Fryer Pork Tenderloin
• Air Fryer Twice Baked Potatoes
• Air Fryer Green Beans
• Air Fryer Corn on the Cob

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