What is the best air fryer?

I've had a few air fryers and they all seem to be about the same. It really just depends if you want a smaller size or a large one. They take up a lot of space on your kitchen countertop, so I tend to recommend a smaller size model for most people. That said, I've rounded up the u003ca href=u0022https://www.cleaneatingkitchen.com/best-air-fryers-under-100/u0022u003ebest air fryers under $100u003c/au003e.

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My blanket answer about vegetables is the more, the better. So, outside of deep-frying, I think any method that allows you to enjoy eating more vegetables, then that is a good thing. Also, Brussels sprouts are a member of the cruciferous veggies family which are very healthy.

Can I add Parmesan cheese to this recipe?

You can, but I think you'll find that the bacon adds enough flavor that you can leave off the cheese.

Air Fryer Brussel Sprouts with Bacon

Ingredients

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1 pound fresh Brussels sprouts, washed, trimmed, and halved (large sprouts should be quartered)
2 slices of thick-cut bacon, cut into bite-sized pieces
1/4 cup water
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar

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Instructions

Place the halved Brussels sprouts in a medium-size mixing bowl and add the chopped bacon. Toss to combine.
Pour the sprouts and bacon into the base of your air fryer and set the temperature to 375°F. Pour the water into the bottom of your air fryer (below the basket) to help prevent smoking.
Bake for 18-20 minutes, stopping halfway through the baking process to open the drawer and shake the sprouts around.
When the cooking time is up, transfer the cooked sprouts with bacon to a serving bowl. Toss with the balsamic vinegar and serve hot.

Notes

Not every air fryer is designed the same way. If you do not have the ability to pour water into the bottom of your air fryer (below the basket), then you can just skip this step. The water can help reduce any smoking that may occur when the bacon cooks.
If you are on a strict gluten-free diet, be sure that the bacon that you use is gluten-free.
If you are on a keto or sugar-free diet, be sure to use sugar-free bacon.

Author: Carrie Forrest, MPH in Nutrition
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 18 minutes
Category: Side dish
Method: Air fryer
Cuisine: American
Diet: Gluten Free

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/6 of recipe
Calories: 71
Sugar: 1.8 g
Sodium: 80.7 mg
Fat: 3.9 g
Saturated Fat: 1.3 g
Carbohydrates: 6.9 g
Fiber: 2.9 g
Protein: 3.7 g
Cholesterol: 6.2 mg