Air Fried Brussel Sprouts w/ Parmesan & Balsamic

Crispy golden edges, nutty Parmesan, and a sweet balsamic drizzle. It's the side dish that steals the whole damn show.

Why You'll Love Air Fried Brussel Sprouts w/ Parmesan & Balsamic

Crispy, savory, and deeply caramelized-these air-fried Brussels sprouts are finished with a snow of Parmesan and a drizzle of aged balsamic for the ultimate umami-packed bite.

Tips and Tricks

• Don't overcrowd the air fryer-work in batches if needed for ultimate crispiness.
• Use a microplane for ultra-fine Parmesan that melts beautifully into the hot sprouts.

Variations

• Add crushed red pepper or lemon zest for brightness.

• Swap balsamic for hot honey or a tahini drizzle.

Substitutions

• Pork panko instead of regular panko for low-carb/keto-friendly crunch.
• Grana Padano or Pecorino Romano in place of Parmesan.

Best served with

• Grilled steak or roast chicken
• Creamy dips like whipped feta or garlic aioli
• A crisp white wine or citrusy mocktail

How to Store Leftovers

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the air fryer at 375°F for 3-4 minutes to restore crispness.

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Crispy golden edges, nutty parmesan, and a sweet balsamic drizzle. It's the side dish that steals the whole damn show.

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 10 minutes mins

Total Time 15 minutes mins

Servings: 2

Course: Side Dish

Cuisine: Californian, Modern

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

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Brussels Sprouts

• 1 bunch Brussels sprouts ends trimmed, outer leaves removed, halved
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• kosher salt and black pepper to taste

Cheesy Crunch Topping

• 2 tablespoon Parmesan finely grated
• 2 tablespoon panko breadcrumbs or pork panko for low carb

Finish

• 1 teaspoon aged balsamic

Equipment

• Air Fryer
• Mixing bowl

Method

 

Brussels Sprouts

1. Preheat air fryer to 400°F.
2. In a large mixing bowl, toss halved Brussels sprouts with olive oil, salt, pepper, panko, and half the Parmesan.

Air Frying

1. Add sprouts to the air fryer in a single layer. Cook for 10 minutes, shaking halfway through, until golden and crispy.

Final Touches

1. Return sprouts to the mixing bowl and toss with the remaining Parmesan.
2. Plate and drizzle with aged balsamic. Serve immediately.

Notes

Storage: these lose their crunch in the fridge. Keep leftovers up to 3 days and re-crisp in a 400°F air fryer for 3-4 minutes; skip the microwave.

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