Description
Crispy air fryer brussels sprouts bring Mediterranean magic to your dinner table, elevating simple vegetables into a restaurant-worthy side dish. Garlic, olive oil, and parmesan create irresistible flavor layers you cannot resist trying.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Vegetables:
- 1 pound (454 grams) brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
Oils and Liquids:
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) olive oil
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) balsamic vinegar
Additional:
- Cooking spray
Instructions
- Heat the air fryer to 375°F, preparing for crispy vegetable transformation.
- Halve the Brussels sprouts and transfer to a mixing bowl, ensuring even sizing for consistent cooking.
- Drizzle olive oil over the sprouts, coating each piece with a light, even layer for optimal browning.
- Sprinkle garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes across the vegetables, tossing thoroughly to distribute seasonings.
- Lightly coat the air fryer basket with cooking spray to prevent sticking and facilitate easy removal.
- Arrange Brussels sprouts in a single layer within the basket, avoiding overcrowding to ensure maximum crispiness.
- Cook for 15-20 minutes, shaking the basket midway through to promote uniform caramelization and crisp edges.
- Verify doneness by checking for golden brown exterior and tender interior, with slight charring on the leaves.
- Remove from air fryer and optionally drizzle balsamic vinegar across the sprouts for an extra layer of tangy flavor.
- Serve immediately while hot and crisp, enjoying the perfectly roasted vegetable side dish.
Notes
- Customize seasoning by experimenting with different herbs like rosemary, thyme, or smoked paprika for unique flavor profiles.
- Ensure Brussels sprouts are completely dry before seasoning to achieve maximum crispiness and prevent steaming.
- Cut Brussels sprouts similar in size for consistent cooking and prevent uneven browning or texture differences.
- For extra nutrition and flavor, sprinkle grated parmesan cheese or toasted nuts like almonds or pecans after air frying.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-20 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Appetizer, Side Dish
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg