Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts

5 from 1 vote

Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts

These extra crispy Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts are the perfect side dish for any meal. Quick and easy to make, they can be seasoned with balsamic, savory bacon or honey for a sweet flavor. You will love this 15 minute recipe!

Prep Time5

Cook Time10

Total Time15

Course: Dinner, Lunch, Side Dish

Cuisine: Low calorie, Plant Based, Vegan, Vegetarian

Keyword: air fryer

Servings: servings

Equipment

air fryer

Ingredients

1 pound (450 g) Brussels sprouts
1 ½ tablespoons olive oil
⅓ teaspoon kosher salt more to taste
⅓ teaspoon garlic powder optional
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper more to taste

Metric - US Customary

Instructions

Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
Wash Brussels sprouts under cool running water, path them dry and add to a bowl. Using a knife, carefully trim the stems and cut each Brussel sprout lengthwise into 2 halves. Transfer back to the bowl, once halved.
Add olive oil, kosher salt, ground black pepper and optionally garlic powder to the vegetables, then toss to combine.
Transfer seasoned Brussels sprouts to the air fryer basket, without overcrowding it. If necessary, air fry in multiple batches.
Air fry Brussels sprouts for 10 to 12 minutes, shaking halfway through cooking time. Remove from the air fryer basket and serve.

Notes

Tips for making Brussels sprouts crispy outside and tender inside

If you want air fryer Brussel sprouts that are crispy outside but tender inside, you will need to soak them in cold water.

Trim and cut the vegetables, then add to a bowl with cold water and allow them to soak for 10 minutes. After 10 minutes, use a clean tablecloth to pat dry the Brussels sprouts. Season to taste, air fry and enjoy.

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