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    Home » Recipes » Side Dishes » Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts With Balsamic Glaze

    Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts With Balsamic Glaze

    Published: Sep 13, 2021 Modified: Jun 16, 2022 by GG

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    Air Fryer Brussel Sprouts with Balsamic Glaze is seasoned, air fried to perfection, then tossed in a sweet and tangy balsamic glaze. The perfect vegetable side dish recipe!

    air fryer brussels sprouts on white dish
    Balsamic Glazed brussel Sprouts!

    Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts

    A package of Brussels sprouts, an air fryer and some basic kitchen ingredients are all it takes for our quick and easy vegetable side dish.

    A simple recipe that will quickly become a family favorite, this is definitely an air fryer recipe for beginners.

    These tiny cabbages will crisp up in your air fryer with little oil. Tossing them in a store-bought balsamic glaze will give them the ideal combination of a sweet and tangy flavor.

    This recipe will turn any Brussel sprout non-believers into believers with just one bite.

    I guarantee that you’ll be making these crispy brussels sprouts over and over again because it’s quick to make and so tasty too.

    I love the bits of leaves that fall off and become extra crispy. They just might be my favorite part!

    Now you can always roast your Brussel sprouts in the oven but you won’t be getting that same crispiness as you do in the air fryer. Our Brown Sugar Roasted Brussels Sprouts cook in the oven and are truly divine. You’ll definitely want to give that recipe a try too.

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    So I highly recommend investing in an air fryer. You’ll be so happy that you did and actually my favorite air fryer is very affordable.

    Here at Swirls we have lots more delicious side dish recipes for you to try.

    Be sure to check out the Swirls of Flavor Amazon Storefront for GG's kitchen recommendations!

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    Brussel Sprouts FAQ’s

    What do Brussels sprouts taste like?

    When cooked properly, Brussels sprouts take on a sweet nutty flavor.

    Are you supposed to cut off the bottoms of Brussels sprouts?

    Yes, you should trim the bottom end off of Brussel sprouts.
    You should also remove and discard any wilted or discolored leaves.

    Can you eat Brussel sprouts raw?

    Yes, it is safe to eat raw brussel sprouts. I actually love this easy Brussel Sprouts Salad recipe.

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    How to make Brussel sprouts in the air fryer

    Scroll down for the full recipe instructions and ingredient amounts in the recipe card below

    1. Preheat air fryer to 400F.
    2. In a large bowl, combine Brussel sprouts, olive oil, garlic powder, kosher salt and pepper until evenly coated.
    3. Arrange half of the sprouts in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
    4. Cook 12 minutes or until tender with crispy leaves.
    5. Toss in half of the Balsamic glaze.
    6. Repeat with remaining sprouts and glaze.

    How to roast Brussel sprouts in the oven

    Don’t have an air fryer? No worries, just follow these oven roasting instructions:

    Don’t have an air fryer? No worries, just follow these oven roasting instructions:

    1. Preheat oven to 425F.
    2. Prepare Brussel sprouts as directed in the recipe below.
    3. Arrange sprouts in a single layer on a baking sheet.
    4. Roast 25 minutes or until tender.
    5. Remove from oven and toss with Balsamic glaze.
    Air Fryer Balsamic Brussels Sprouts

    Swirls of Flavor Recipe Tips

    • Make this recipe in batches so you don’t crowd the sprouts
    • Be sure air fry sprouts in a single layer so that they get crispy
    • Sprinkle with cooked crispy bacon for air fryer Brussel sprouts with bacon
    • Add toasted almonds
    • Top with Parmesan cheese before serving

    Substitutions

    • Substitute fig glaze for the balsamic glaze. So delicious!
    • Toss with 100% pure maple syrup in place of the balsamic glaze
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    Storage

    • You can store these Brussel sprouts in an airtight container in the refrigerator for about 3 days.
    • As always, I find it helpful to visit the FDA website for food storage guidelines

    What to serve with Brussels sprouts

    Air Fryer Brussel sprouts will be a delicious accompaniment when served with:

    • Grilled Chicken Thighs
    • Beef Rib Roast
    • Lemon Roasted Chicken

    Air fryer recipes for beginners

    • Air Fryer Cauliflower
    • Air Fryer Tofu
    • Air Fryer Sweet Potatoes
    • Air Fryer Roasted Garlic
    • Air Fryer Chicken Legs from Jersey Girl Cooks
    • Air Fryer Rotisserie Chicken from Grumpy’s Honeybunch
    ingredients for air fryer brussel sprouts

    Ingredients for air fried Brussel sprouts

    • Brussels sprouts
    • olive oil
    • garlic powder
    • kosher salt
    • pepper
    • Balsamic glaze
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    5 from 8 votes

    Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts With Balsamic Glaze

    Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts with Balsamic Glaze are seasoned, air fried to perfection then tossed in a sweet and tangy balsamic glaze. The perfect vegetable side dish recipe!
    Course Side Dish
    Cuisine Italian
    Keyword air fried brussel sprouts, air fryer Brussel sprouts, air fryer Brussels sprouts
    Prep Time 10 minutes
    Cook Time 12 minutes
    Total Time 22 minutes
    Servings 4
    Calories 126kcal
    Author Gwynn Galvin

    Ingredients

    • 1 pound Brussels sprouts , trimmed and halved lengthwise
    • 2 Tablespoons olive oil
    • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
    • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
    • ¼ teaspoon pepper
    • 2 Tablespoons balsamic glaze

    Instructions

    • Preheat air fryer to 400F.
    • In a large bowl, combine Brussel sprouts, olive oil, garlic powder, kosher salt and pepper until evenly coated.
    • Arrange half of the sprouts in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
    • Cook 12 minutes or until tender with crispy leaves.
    • Toss in half of the Balsamic glaze.
    • Repeat with remaining sprouts and glaze.

    Notes

    Swirls of Flavor Recipe Tips
    • Make this recipe in batches so you don’t crowd the sprouts
    • Be sure air fry sprouts in a single layer so that they get crispy
    • Sprinkle with cooked crispy bacon for air fryer Brussel sprouts with bacon
    • Add toasted almonds
    • Top with Parmesan cheese before serving
    Substitutions
    • Substitute fig glaze for the balsamic glaze. So delicious!
    • Toss with 100% pure maple syrup in place of the balsamic glaze

    Nutrition

    Calories: 126kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Sodium: 320mg | Potassium: 452mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 856IU | Vitamin C: 96mg | Calcium: 49mg | Iron: 2mg
    First Published: February 13, 2021... Last Updated: June 16, 2022 for better readability and user experience

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    Gwynn Galvin, known to many as GG, is the creative and talented chef and nutritionist behind Swirls of Flavor. Gwynn is an award-winning culinary professional with over twenty five years of recipe development, food styling, test kitchen management and culinary innovation experience. Gwynn's passion is gathering people around the table with her simple real food recipes to savor the moments together.

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    Comments

    1. Liz

      October 23, 2021 at 4:53 pm

      5 stars
      I've never been one for brussel sprouts, but this dish looks delicious! Might have to try them again!

    2. Sally

      October 28, 2021 at 11:45 am

      5 stars
      Looks great! Think I might try it adding some dried cranberries. What do you think?

    3. GG

      October 28, 2021 at 4:35 pm

      Yes Sally, there are dried cranberries in this recipe and they add delicious bursts of sweetness!

    4. Mike Smithson

      November 09, 2021 at 8:29 am

      5 stars
      Delicious and simple to prepare.

    5. Jyoti Behrani

      December 05, 2021 at 4:05 pm

      5 stars
      Amazing! I made these tonight and really enjoyed them! Thank you for sharing!

    6. GG

      December 05, 2021 at 7:47 pm

      I'm so happy to hear that you enjoyed the recipe! Thank you for taking the time to stop by and let me know. Happy Cooking, GG

    7. AISilva

      December 05, 2021 at 9:24 pm

      5 stars
      These air fryer brussels sprouts with balsamic glaze look so flavourful and delicious, I can't wait to try them!

    8. Eliza

      December 05, 2021 at 9:45 pm

      5 stars
      What a great recipe. I had no idea you could cook Brussel sprouts this way in the air fryer. The variations you included in the Notes of your recipe sound really tasty, too. Thanks for another winner from Swirls of Flavor!

    9. Heather Johnson

      December 05, 2021 at 10:58 pm

      5 stars
      so delicious!!!! its my favorite way to have brussels sprouts! thanks for the link to the balsamic glaze -

    10. Tara

      December 06, 2021 at 12:45 am

      5 stars
      You had me at balsamic glaze! These Brussels sprouts look absolutely fantastic. Love all that flavor.

    11. GG

      December 21, 2021 at 9:51 am

      So easy to make and so delicious too! Enjoy!

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