Notorious for their distinct aroma, Brussels sprouts can have a bad reputation with children. However, this Balsamic Brussels Sprouts recipe dresses them up with complementary flavors like pork belly, balsamic vinegar, and garlic powder—and once crisped up in the air fryer they will have your kids asking for seconds.
Brussels sprouts contain a high amount of fiber, [1] which is not only great for supporting gut health, but fiber has also been found to “reduce the prevalence of coronary heart diseases and cancer.” [2]
If you want to make this into a heartier meal, shave the Brussels sprouts in this recipe to make a warm salad, similar to our Winter Mason Jar Salad recipe. Top the brussels sprouts base with walnuts, cooked sweet potato cubes, pomegranate seeds, and any other Paleo-friendly toppings for a protein-packed warm salad.
TIP: Autoimmune Protocol (AIP) omissions and substitutions are listed in the recipe ingredients.
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References:
- U.S. Department of Agriculture. (2024). FoodData Central. Usda.gov. https://fdc.nal.usda.gov/
- Lattimer, J. M., & Haub, M. D. (2010). Effects of Dietary Fiber and Its Components on Metabolic Health. Nutrients, 2(12), 1266–1289. https://doi.org/10.3390/nu2121266
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Air Fryer Balsamic Brussels Sprouts
- Recipe by: Griffin McMath, ND
- Serves: 6
- Meal: Appetizer
- Serves: 6
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
Ingredients
1 lb Brussels sprouts, halved
1/2 lb cooked pork belly, diced (optional)
3 shallots or ½ medium yellow onion
1/2 tsp cracked black pepper (AIP – omit or sub)
2 cloves garlic, minced
4 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
1 tbsp balsamic vinegar (no sugar added)
Directions
Preheat air fryer to 375°F.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine Brussels sprouts, pork belly, shallots, cracked black pepper, garlic, and olive oil. Mix well.
Air fry for 15 minutes. Stir ingredients and cook for another 10 minutes.
Let cool for 5 minutes. Drizzle with balsamic vinegar to serve.
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