Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts
Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts deliver crisp edges and tender centers, finished with a tangy splash of balsamic and a hint of smoky bacon. It’s a quick, savory side that balances sweetness and acidity with satisfying texture. Serve alongside roasted meats, weeknight chicken, or holiday mains when you want bold flavor with minimal fuss.
- Prep5 mins
- Cook10 mins
- Serves2
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 63 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 28 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 94 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
How it scores for each health goal
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- 64
- Heart Health
- 85
- Metabolic
- 44
- Digestive
- 31
- Inflammatory
- 58
- Performance
- 58
- General Wellness
- 1
Preheat the air fryer to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- 2
In a large bowl, mix the oil, salt, and pepper until combined. Add the Brussels sprouts and toss to coat. Place the Brussels sprouts in the air fryer basket.
- 3
Air-fry in the preheated air fryer for 5 minutes. Shake the basket to move the sprouts, then cook for another 5 minutes.
- 4
Move the sprouts to a serving dish and sprinkle with balsamic vinegar; toss to coat. Sprinkle with bacon.
- Calories 98.11 kcal Low Source 5%
- Protein 6.78 g Moderate 14%
- Carbohydrate 12.28 g 4%
- Total Fat 4.02 g Moderate 5%
- Saturated Fat 0.8 g Low Source 4%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 2.45 mg Low Source 1%
- Sodium 93.35 mg Low Source 4%
- Dietary Fiber 5.66 g Good Source 20%
- Total Sugars 3.44 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 41.91 mg Low Source 3%
- Iron 1.45 mg Low Source 8%
- Potassium 555.63 mg Moderate 12%
- Vitamin A 46.33 mcg Low Source 5%
- Vitamin C 120.49 mg Good Source 134%
- Vitamin D 0.02 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Alcohol 🚫🍷
About This Recipe
Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts is made with 6 ingredients and serves 2. It takes about 15 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Avocado Oil, Balsamic Vinegar, Black Pepper, and Brussels Sprout. Each serving provides about 98.11 kcal, and is a good source of fiber.
Recipe Questions
- What is Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts made of?
- The main ingredients are Avocado Oil, Balsamic Vinegar, Black Pepper, Brussels Sprout, Fully Cooked Bacon. The full list of 6 is above.
- How long does it take to make Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts?
- About 15 mins in total: 5 mins to prepare and 10 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 98.11 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 6 ingredients and 4 steps.
- Is Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts healthy?
- Air Fryer Brussels Sprouts has an easyChef Pro health score of 62/100. Per serving, it provides 98.11 calories and 6.78 g of protein, or 14% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of dietary fiber and vitamin C. It contains Alcohol, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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