Honey-Balsamic Crispy Brussels Sprouts with Toasted Almonds

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Caramelized Brussels sprouts with a sweet-tangy honey-balsamic glaze and crunchy toasted almonds—ideal for holiday sides. This French recipe (vegetarian, gluten-free), ready in about 25 minutes, pairs Brussels sprouts, olive oil, honey for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 220 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with rice, quinoa, or a quick salad. 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 220 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat air fryer to 390°F (200°C). Toss 1.5 lbs halved Brussels sprouts with 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper until evenly coated.
  2. Step 2: Arrange sprouts in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook for 12-15 minutes, shaking the basket every 5 minutes, until edges are crispy and caramelized.
  3. Step 3: Meanwhile, toast 1/4 cup sliced almonds in a small skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until golden and fragrant.
  4. Step 4: Transfer sprouts to a serving dish and sprinkle with toasted almonds before serving immediately.

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