Air-Fried Brussels Sprouts with Balsamic Reduction

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Caramelized Brussels sprouts with a tangy balsamic glaze, roasted until tender-crisp for a flavorful side dish. This French recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs Brussels sprouts, olive oil, salt for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 120 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 French cuisine 120 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Trim Brussels sprouts and halve if larger than 1 inch. Place in a bowl with 1 tbsp olive oil, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper. Toss until evenly coated.
  2. Step 2: Arrange in a single layer in air fryer basket. Cook at 400°F for 15 minutes, shaking basket once halfway, until edges are crisp and tender.
  3. Step 3: While sprouts cook, whisk 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar and 1 tsp honey in a small bowl. Toss cooked sprouts with the mixture immediately after removing from air fryer.

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