Description
A delicious and crispy recipe for Smashed Bacon Brussels Sprouts made in an air fryer.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound Brussels sprouts, trimmed and halved
- 4 slices bacon, chopped
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar (optional)
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F.
- In a large bowl, combine the halved Brussels sprouts, chopped bacon, olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Toss until the Brussels sprouts are well coated.
- Place the Brussels sprouts in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook for 15 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through.
- After 15 minutes, remove the basket and use a fork or the back of a spatula to gently smash each Brussels sprout.
- Return the smashed Brussels sprouts to the air fryer and cook for an additional 5-7 minutes until crispy and golden brown.
- If desired, drizzle with balsamic vinegar before serving and garnish with chopped parsley.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese on top during the last few minutes of cooking.
- Substitute the bacon with turkey bacon or omit it entirely for a vegetarian version.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Air Fryer
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: Smashed Bacon Brussels Sprouts Air Fryer